Certified Surgical Technologist

Job Summary And Responsibilities

To be eligible for the sign‑on bonus, you must be hired into a full‑time or part‑time position; PRN positions are not eligible. Some exclusions apply. Apply to chat with a recruiter about the details!

Depending on your location, you may be eligible for up to $8,000 in relocation assistance! We are proud to share that we are known for our leading surgical services, state‑of‑the‑art, minimally‑invasive procedures and for having the best in robotics technology. Here, you’ll work in partnership and learn from exceptional physicians and incredible nurses that value your skills and share a passion for innovation and outcome excellence.

A surgical tech or SPD role is not just an opportunity to be a difference‑maker, it’s the chance to harness the knowledge, support and potential that surrounds you.

Qualified external applicants with at least six months of direct Surg Tech experience are eligible for a $10,000 sign‑on bonus!

• Work under the supervision of the surgeon and RN.
• Assist surgical team during operative procedures by arranging and inventorying sterile set‑up of instruments, equipment and supplies for surgical cases and passing items to surgeons and nurses as needed.
• Assist in preparing and moving patients and sterilizing and cleaning instruments, equipment and rooms.
• Previous OR experience with Ortho/ Sports Medicine cases highly preferred.
• One year of OR experience required.

• Scrub on all cases.
• Surgical cases include Orthopedic, total joint replacements (hips, shoulder, knees, ankles etc.), Ortho Spine and Sports Medicine.
• Giving breaks and/or providing additional supplies and sterile instruments as needed during operations.
• Assisting with room turnover and restocking for next day’s cases.
• Maintaining sterile field during procedures.
• Handing instruments to surgeons, anticipating surgeon’s needs.
• Maintaining and updating preference cards.

OR Suites‑8 OR Suites, 11 Pre‑Op Beds, 10 PACU Bays, 48 Inpatient Beds

Approx. 450‑550+ cases per month

Schedule:

36 hrs/wk — Variable shifts per surgical volume and current unit needs.

Mon‑Fri. No call, no nights, no weekends.

Schedule is made every 6 weeks by the manager.

No surgeries on holidays or weekends. Like a surgery center. No weekends, no nights. No call! ’Late stay’ is required and scheduled in advance — sign up for first, second or third room late stay. Minimum 10 late stays in 6 weeks.

• Basic computer skills required.
• One year of experience in a surgical setting preferred.
• Experience in a specialty field preferred.
• HS Diploma/GED required.
• Completion of an approved Surgical Technician program required.
• BLS from the American Heart Association required.
• Current registration with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) as a surgical technologist for associates working in Colorado. Individuals performing Surgical Tech functions within the scope of another Colorado license, certification, or registration do not need to register as a Surgical Tech.
• Certification in Surgical Technology from the National Board Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or certification as a Tech in Surgery (CST) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required.

Physical Requirements - Medium Work (Exert up to 50 lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs constantly).

At Common Spirit Mountain Region, we believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate human kindness.

The Surgery Department at Ortho Colorado Hospital has 11 pre‑op beds, eight OR suites, ten PACU bays, 48 inpatient beds and specializes in orthopedic surgery. Our patient mix is spine, orthopedic including total hips, knees, shoulders and ankles, sports med, foot and ankle, hand and wrist. Ortho Colorado Hospital provides advanced orthopedic and spine care with an unsurpassed level of service to help patients achieve the best quality of life.

Our team of physicians and nurses work collaboratively to support the healing ministry of Christ by caring for those who are ill…