Surgical Technologist

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/Scrub Experience required* 

Day to Day duties:

• Scrub on all cases. Primarily, Gen, Ortho (Totals/Trauma) Neuro, OB/GYN, ENT, Urology, Robotics cases (DaVinci XI and MAKO).
• Associates are cross trained for all services, no specialized service Teams.
• 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.

6 OR Suites

Approx. 200-250+ cases per month

Schedule- PRN- Variable days of week and start times per Surgical Volume and Current Unit needs. TBD with OR manager during interviews. 

Per policy PRN requires a Min availability for 5 shifts in a 6 week schedule block and 2 holiday per year 

Call required- Approximately 120 hours of call are required per 6 weeks

30min call back radius required 

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)

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 Longmont United Hospital averages around 250 cases per month. We have six ORs performing surgery for general, ortho, ophthalmology, urology, ENT, plastics, neuro, thoracic and utilizing robotics. We primarily care for adult populations and do not have overflow from other departments. Our mission is to provide excellent care for patients who require surgical care in a respectful and compassionate manner. The atmosphere is warm and open to others and we encourage all team members to have an active part in making decisions in the department. We are very supportive of those who wish to develop themselves and welcome someone who is a strong team player and enjoys a collaborative work environment. As a smaller OR, everyone must do everything at some point, and we encourage team members to help each other!

“The right candidate for us will be Motivated, team player, love the OR, enjoy being part of a team and willing to jump in and help when needed. We are willing to train!

The surgeons we have are (very collegial, respectful, and skillful)

Please consider our hospital and department- we have a very supportive, "family" feel team that enjoys teaching and helping others grow”. Hiring Manager- Carrie R.