Certified Surgical Technologist (PRN)

The Surgical Technologist/Certified Surgical Technologist assists in patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse and according to the policies and procedures of the department. The trained technologist is assigned scrub duties, instrument processing/sterilization duties and specific patient care duties in relation to the complexity of the patient's condition.

Essential

Duties and Responsibilities

Proficiently scrubs cases in assigned OR suite; assists surgical team during operative procedures. Adheres to aseptic practices; monitors and maintains sterile field. Counts sponges and needles on every case with the Registered Nurse (RN) circulator. Gathers sterile supplies for scheduled procedures; ensures that adequate instruments are available for each case. Assists circulating RN in positioning patient, prepping patient, opening sterile supplies, and setting up equipment when not scrubbing a case or as needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Completion of a recognized surgical technologist training program, required. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with processing/sterilizing surgical instruments. Valid DORA registration with the State of Colorado. Must have proof of registration and be in good standing. Surgical Technologist certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology, preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Core competencies in dependability, quality, organization, communication, teamwork, and confidentiality. Position requires acceptable motor vehicle driving history, valid and free from restrictions, and must have a valid driver’s license and appropriate vehicle insurance coverage. Ability to travel between all OCR locations. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• (The phrases “occasionally”, “regularly”, and “frequently” correspond to the following definitions: “occasionally” means up to one-third of working time, “regularly” means between half and two-thirds of working time, and “frequently” means two-thirds and more of working time.) While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and frequently uses hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls up to 12 hours per day.
• The employee frequently is required to talk or hear up to 12 hours per day.
• The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl up to 12 hours a day.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and should do so in a sound and safe manner.
• The employee will occasionally assist patients in turning (170 lb average); will occasionally assist patient in arising from exam table; will occasionally push wheelchair patients; and occasionally assists patients in arising from and returning to wheelchair or bed.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off Company-sponsored events Annual merit increases *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status, and a waiting period may apply.

Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies (OCR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. OCR is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual experience and qualifications, without regard to a person's race, color, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, other protected veteran, or Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other protected status.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; to receive full consideration, please apply by August 7, 2026