Surgical Technologist / Certified Surgical Technologist - PRN

Surgery Partners, Inc • Durango, CO

3d • $26 - $39

About The Position

Under the supervision of the OR RN Supervisor or Director of Surgical Services, the Surgical Technologist establishes and maintains a sterile field and prepares medical equipment, instruments, and supplies for surgical procedures. The position assists with surgical patient care under the direction of an RN or physician.

The role prepares operating rooms and sterile fields, supports surgical procedures and emergency response, maintains sterility and infection-control practices, operates and troubleshoots equipment, and performs room turnover and sterile processing. It also involves maintaining accurate preference cards, participating in debriefing and quality improvement, and fostering professional, respectful relationships with the surgical team.

This PRN position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited surgical technology program or equivalent clinical surgery training and experience. Animas Health will provide access to an approved educational program and cover associated costs for applicants who do not have the required educational qualifications. Current CPR certification and DORA registration are required; two years of surgical experience is preferred. The role has substantial physical demands and exposure to clinical and environmental hazards. Vaccine records or evidence of immunity are required before the first scheduled workday, and employment includes a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited school of surgical technology or equivalent clinical surgery training and experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• DORA registration.
• Comply with immunization and screening requirements: evidence of Hepatitis B immunity or vaccination; current seasonal influenza vaccination documentation during the stated mandatory period; evidence of immunity or vaccination for measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella; documented Tdap immunization; and qualifying tuberculosis screening documentation.
• Provide vaccine records or evidence of immunity before the first scheduled workday.
• Pass the pre-employment drug screen, which includes marijuana.
• Meet the physical requirements, including lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds; standing and walking 12 or more hours per day; and reaching, grasping, handling, and/or feeling for 12 or more hours per day.
• Have visual acuity to distinguish skin tone variations and signs such as IV infiltration or infection and to read gauges, and audio acuity to distinguish body sounds and equipment sounds.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of surgical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify that supplies, equipment, and instruments are available before surgery; pull case materials accurately and complete checklists.
• Report deficiencies in equipment or supplies to the Service Line Coordinator or OR RN Supervisor.
• Prepare the operating room using preference cards and appropriate resources, and independently prepare the operating suite and sterile field.
• Adapt case setup to patient needs or surgeon requests; respond to surgical emergencies and follow hospital emergency management plans.
• Participate in the timeout process before each surgical procedure.
• Perform required instrument, sharps, and sponge counts; follow procedures for incorrect counts, report discrepancies, and perform additional counts as needed.
• Assist with establishing the sterile field and draping the patient.
• Apply sterility, aseptic technique, infection control, universal precautions, environmental control, and life safety principles.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and patient and use critical thinking and prioritization when performing the scrub role.
• Under RN or physician supervision, prepare medications for procedures; know routine intraoperative drugs, dosages or concentrations, and routes of administration; label drugs and solutions and monitor quantities used.
• Maintain the sterile field and use sterile technique when setting up and participating in surgical cases.
• Prepare for and understand the uses of surgical equipment, instrumentation, and supplies; operate and troubleshoot operating-room equipment.
• Inspect equipment and instruments for defects or breakage before, during, and after cases; tag and remove defective equipment from service, route it appropriately, and submit equipment incident forms.
• Perform room turnover, including case breakdown, room cleaning, and room setup.
• Perform sterile processing tasks, including selecting appropriate sterilization methods, reprocessing instruments according to manufacturer instructions for use, and working independently in all sterile processing areas, including decontamination.
• Communicate and maintain accurate preference cards in collaboration with the operating-room team.
• Participate in debriefing and quality improvement practices to support quality patient care.
• Act professionally and respectfully toward surgical team members; support customer service and continuous quality improvement.
• Maintain confidentiality concerning patient care, personnel, and strategic matters, and follow the Confidentiality Policy and Guidelines for Appropriate Conduct.
• Maintain positive working relationships, communicate honestly and respectfully, and use the appropriate chain of command to address issues that may affect job performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned and demonstrate the hospital’s philosophy, mission, and values in work and departmental processes.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Education and tuition benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts
• Additional optional benefits
• Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, financial well-being, and professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED