Surgical Technician

Description

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Memorial Hospital North, US:CO:Colorado Springs

Department: Surgery North

FTE: Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Nights

Pay: $27.61 - $41.41 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience

Summary: Join our dedicated team in facilitating the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and set up the surgical operating suite with necessary drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Ensure all equipment and instruments are in good working order.
• Assist in preparing, transporting, positioning, and draping patients.
• Pass instruments to the physician during surgical procedures while maintaining an accurate count of instruments and supplies throughout the surgery.
• Receive and process specimens for laboratory delivery.
• Utilize critical thinking skills and exercise decisive judgment while working independently in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements:

• Minimum Required Education: High School diploma or GED or Military trained.
• Required Licensure/Certification: State Surgical Assistant or Surgical Technologist registration. Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
• Minimum Experience: At least 6 months of Surgical Tech experience or graduation from an accredited Surgical Tech program.

At UCHealth, we are committed to improving lives through learning, healing, and discovery. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible dependents.
• 403(b) with employer matching contributions.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid family and medical leave, including Colorado FAMLI.
• Employer-paid life and disability coverage with options for additional coverage.
• Wellness benefits and a suite of voluntary benefits such as flexible spending accounts and identity theft protection.
• Education benefits, including funding for specific degrees and reimbursement for eligible programs.

Loan Repayment:

• UCHealth qualifies for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program and provides free assistance navigating this process.

UCHealth encourages all qualified candidates to apply and is an equal opportunity employer. We appreciate the diverse talents and perspectives our employees bring to our institution. Employment decisions are based on legitimate requirements without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.