Day in the life of a Surgical Tech:

Works under the supervision of Surgical Services Leadership. Assists surgical team before, during, and after surgery by performing the following duties.

Why work at Cheyenne Regional?

• 403(b) with 4% employer match
• ANCC Magnet Hospital
• 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Sponsored Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Loan Forgiveness Eligible

Here is what you will be doing:

• Sorts, assembles, and packs surgical instruments, trays, and supplies following established protocol, preference card, or manufacturer instructions.
• Identifies and selects the instruments and equipment necessary for surgical procedures.
• Decontaminates and cleans reusable equipment and/or supplies, maintains storage rooms.
• Monitors equipment and/or supplies for repair or replacement needs and notifies appropriate department personnel as needed.
• Assists the surgeon during the operative procedure.
• Anticipates surgeon’s needs to expedite the procedure thereby minimizing the patient’s exposure to trauma.
• Maintains strict aseptic technique, properly maintains sterile instruments and adheres to proper sterilization techniques.
• Monitors sterile field for possible breaks in sterile technique. Maintains fiscal prudence when managing their sterile fields.
• Counts sponges, needles, and instruments before and after procedure.
• Uses the autoclave and Steris units
• Assists with room turnover, cleaning, and restocking.
• Supports staffing needs of department by working flexible hours, on call, and overtime as needed.

Desired Skills:

• Ability to identify instruments and equipment necessary for surgical procedures
• Knowledge of supplies, instruments, and equipment and their uses
• Ability to maintain strict aseptic environment
• Ability to maintain on call rotation
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Here is what you will need:

• High school diploma (or Equivalent Certificate from an accredited program) or higher degree and one (1) or more years of healthcare experience
  • OR, 45 Days: Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program within 45 days of start date.
• Cheyenne Regional AHA RQI within 14 calendar days of start date

Nice to have:

• Sterile Processing or Surgical Technician experience
• Surgical Technician certification

About Cheyenne Regional:

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000 patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to I.N.S.P.I.R.E. great health.

Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!