Penrose Hospital·Colorado Springs, Colorado
Assist the surgical team by arranging sterile instruments and equipment during operative procedures. Support the preparation and movement of patients and ensure the sterilization of surgical rooms and tools.
Where You’ll Work The Surgery Department at Penrose Hospital has 16 OR suites and performs 30 – 40 cases per day. We specialize in heart, vascular, general, gynecology, urology, ortho, spine, neuro, plastics, robotics, and trauma procedures on adult patients only. Our department's mission is to provide the best possible patient care. People would want to join our team due to teamwork, culture, and CNOR certification pay. We are looking for dedicated, hard-working team players. Job Summary and Responsibilities Qualified external applicants are eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus!
*To be eligible for the sign-on bonus, you must be hired into a full-time or part-time position; PRN positions are not eligible. Some exclusions apply. Apply to chat with a recruiter about the details! 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. Job Requirements In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following: Basic Computer skills required. One year of experience in a surgical setting preferred. Experience in a specialty field preferred. HS Diploma/GED required Completion of an approved Surgical Technician program required BLS from the American Heart Association required Current registration with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) as a surgical technologist for associates working in Colorado.
A person performing Surgical Tech functions within the scope of another Colorado license, certification, or registration does not need to register as a Surgical Tech required Certification in Surgical Technology from the National Board Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Certification as a Tech in Surgery (CST) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required Physical Requirements-Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)
Requires a high school diploma, completion of an approved Surgical Technician program, and BLS certification. Must hold certification from NBSTSA or NCCT and registration with DORA for Colorado associates.
Market context
Certified Surgical Tech roles in Colorado are often tied to steady operating room staffing needs across hospitals and surgical centers. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for an approved Surgical Technician program, current DORA registration, and NBSTSA or NCCT certification, with CNOR certification pay sometimes included. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your credentials and registration status before applying.
