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Surgical Technologist, CVOR. Job in Grand Junction Gr8Jobs
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What they do
A Surgical Technician or Technologist assists with surgical operations. Prepares the operating room and equipment before a procedure, and helps surgeons and nurses during the procedure. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$51,356 / year median in Colorado
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description:
Surgical Technologists perform various duties as a member of the surgical team to ensure a safe and successful operative procedure. This position functions under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and directly reports to Surgical Services management. It is expected that the selected candidate will support system wide and surgical operations initiatives and practices. In addition, this person will actively participate in the surgical operations safety plan as outlined. Shifts and Scheduling Full-time, 40 hours/week. Variable, shift determined at the end of orientation. Call and weekends required The Surgical Technologist has a Pathway opportunity identified for advancement to Surgical Technologist levels II, III, or IV. Job Essentials Ensures room and all surgical items meet sterilization criteria. Maintains sterile field and safe environment. Recognizes and addresses sharps and fire safety processes. Prepares room and instruments for surgical procedure. May assist with sterile processing. Assists the surgical staff during the procedure, within the scope of practice. After procedure, cleans room and prepares for next procedure. Identifies emergency situations and exercises judgment when implementing procedures to respond to emergencies.Posting Specifics Level I Pay Range:
$26.74- $41.
Level II Pay Range:
$29.43- $45.
Level III Pay Range:
$32.34- $49.
Level IV Pay Range:
$35.60- $54.
Benefits Eligible:
Yes (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and many more benefits)Shift Details:
Full-time, 40 hours/week. Variable, shift determined at the end of orientation. Call and weekends requiredLocation:
Operating Rooms- St.
II/III/IV
role, you must also meet the following requirements: Minimum Qualifications (Level II) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers. Completion of an accredited Operating Room Technician (ORT) program, or: Graduated from a non-accredited surgical tech program within the past six months (not eligible for Tech in Surgery exam), or Two years of scrub tech experience in hospital/military surgical services within the last three years, or Hired for on-the-job training in a rural hospital, or International training equivalent and legally authorized to work in the U.S. Competent in basic procedures and two or more specialty areas/facility case mix. Able to take assigned call. Must be in good standing. Registered through DORA in the state of Colorado. Minimum Qualifications (Level III) Completion of an accredited Operating Room Technician (ORT) program, or: Graduated from a non-accredited surgical tech program within the past six months (not eligible for Tech in Surgery exam), or Two years of scrub tech experience in hospital/military surgical services within the last three years, or Hired for on-the-job training in a rural hospital, or International training equivalent and legally authorized to work in the U.S. Competent in Basic Procedures and 2 or more specialty areas such as (Ortho, Robotics, Neuro, CV, Trauma, Transplant, Re-implants) and/or facility case mix. Able to take assigned call. Must be in good standing. Prior approval from the Surgical Services Director Council must be obtained before caregivers are moved into this role. Registered through DORA in the state of Colorado. Minimum Qualifications (Level IV) Completion of an accredited Operating Room Technician (ORT) program, or: Graduated from a non-accredited surgical tech program within the past six months (not eligible for Tech in Surgery exam), or Two years of scrub tech experience in hospital/military surgical services within the last three years, or Hired for on-the-job training in a rural hospital, or International training equivalent and legally authorized to work in the U.S. Competent in Level III or IV Cases in high acuity specialty areas such as (Robotics, Neuro, CV, Trauma, Transplant, Reimplants, Plastics Craniofacial, Major abdominal General Surgery cases, Major ortho trauma) and/or facility case mix in Level II Trauma Facility or Quaternary Center. Able to take assigned specialty call in Level II Trauma Facility or Quaternary Center Must be in good standing. Registered through DORA in the state of Colorado. Physical Requirements Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.) May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.Location:
St.Marys Regional Hospital Work City:
Grand Junction Work State:
Colorado Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $26.74- $41.28 We care about your well-being
- mind, body, and spirit
- which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.