Surgical Technologist Traveler Operating Room

UCHealth•Colorado Springs, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Internal Traveler, the Surgical Technologist facilitates the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures at UCHealth UCHlth Memorial Hosp Central in Colorado Springs. This is a 13-week traveler assignment, with local traveler contract options available to those who reside within 75 miles. The schedule is full time, 72 hours per pay period, on weekend days. Pay is $44.00 per hour plus a travel package or stipend. UCHealth offers a total rewards program that includes health and well-being resources, time away from work, insurance coverage, retirement and savings options, and education and career growth opportunities. Eligibility for some programs depends on scheduled work hours.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or military training.
State Surgical Assistant or Surgical Technologist registration through DORA.
One year of experience.
BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, with the card in hand before the start date; the card must remain valid through 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Prepare the surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment, and supplies.
Ensure equipment and instruments are in good working order.
Assist with preparing, transporting, positioning, and draping patients.
Pass instruments to the physician during surgery.
Continually account for the number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery.
Receive and process specimens for delivery to the laboratory.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
Free Care.com membership.
Voluntary benefits, including accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
Limited time off (LTO), paid family and medical leave (including Colorado FAMLI), and leaves of absence.
Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, with buy-up options.
Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability coverage, with a buy-up option.
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution.
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings accounts are available with an eligible high-deductible medical plan.
Access to LinkedIn Learning courses and seminars and internal professional development opportunities.
Free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting federal student loans for forgiveness.
Annual position reviews and base pay adjustments as needed to remain market competitive.
Travel package or stipend.