What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Technologist position at CommonSpirit Health?
Where You’ll Work
At CommonSpirit Mountain Region, we believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness.
The Surgery department at OrthoColorado 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. OrthoColorado 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 and by nurturing the health of the people in our communities. OrthoColorado has a great culture, and our caregivers enjoy the small size hospital feel. We only do elective cases which means we just operate Monday through Friday, are closed on weekends and major holidays, and do not have on call. We look for team members that have enthusiasm, punctuality, a positive attitude, and are team players.
"We are seeking enthusiastic, punctual team members that want to be part of a team that is focused on clinical excellence. Our close-knit team focuses on service and efficiency and maintains very strong physician relations. We are confident that once you join our team, you will feel like you are part of a high reliability organization focused on teamwork, safety, and clinical outcomes". Hiring Manager
Job Summary and Responsibilities
15% PRN differential applies for this role!
No surgeries on holidays or weekends.Like a Surgery center. No weekends no nights. No Call!!
Surgical Techs may be eligible for a relocation bonus up to $8,000. Ask a recruitment team member for more information to learn more!
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.
As a Surgical Tech/Scrub Tech you will:
- 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**
Day to Day duties:
- 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.200-250 cases per month
Schedule: PRN- Must be available for a min of 5 shifts per 6 week schedule
Schedule is made every 6 weeks by the manager
No Call!! ‘Late Stay’ is required and scheduled in advance -Sign up for first second or 3rd room late stay. Min 10 late stays in 6 weeks.
Job Requirements
In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
- One year of experience in a surgical setting preferred
- Experience in a specialty field preferred
- Basic Computer skills required
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association required
- Completion of an approved Surgical Technician program preferred
- Current registration as a Surgical Tech is required unless performing Surgical Tech functions within the scope of another verified Colorado license, certification or registration required
Physical Requirements - Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)