Surgical Technologist - $30-50 per hour

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Job description

Banner Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist for a job in Fort Collins, Colorado.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Surgical Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

Primary City/State:

Fort Collins, Colorado

Department Name:

Surg-Hosp

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

Primary Location Salary Range:

$29.96 - $49.93 / hour, based on education & experience

In accordance with State Pay Transparency Rules.

Great careers are built at Banner Health. There's more to health care than doctors and nurses. We support all staff members as they find the path that's right for them. Apply today, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Located just 45 minutes north of Denver, Northern Colorado offers trendy restaurants, a thriving retail sector, and endless cultural amenities. Between wildflower-filled meadows and spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains, you will find adventures by horse, mountain bike and boat plus, endless hiking trails and world class skiing.

As an OR Surgical Technologist Services Coordinator, you will select and place surgical instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery. This role also scrubs and provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during surgical procedures. You will serve as an informal leader to the Surg Tech team, supporting the clinical work of the department.

We currently have an opening at Banner Fort Collins Medical Center for a full-time position working 645AM to 315PM Monday through Friday. For more information, please contact Sydney Archuleta at .

Your pay and benefits (Total Rewards) are important components of your Journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefit plans to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life.

Banner Fort Collins Medical Center is built on a 28-acre campus, is a 29-bed facility and a level IV trauma center. The state-of-the-art, two-story facility features a 24-bed inpatient unit, emergency department, lab services, labor and delivery rooms, medical imaging, surgical services and women's services. The campus also includes an outpatient clinic. Banner Health was recognized by Becker's as a Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare in 2023.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position selects and places surgical instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery. Scrubs and provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during surgical procedure. Serves as an informal leader to Surg Tech team, supporting the clinical work of the department.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Prepares for surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instruments and supplies and ensures good working order of instruments. Reviews case carts for correct instruments and supplies. Plans ahead for upcoming surgical case needs.

2. Anticipates the surgeon's needs. Passes instruments and retracts tissue.

3. Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into case cart for processing. Participates in counting of sharps, instruments and sponges. Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.

4. Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate. Evaluates quality and safety, seeking opportunities for improvement in patient care

5. Assists with OR turnover between cases. Participates in stocking, replenishing supplies and cleaning operating rooms.

6. May provide business support to the department including assigned administrative tasks.

7. Provides clinical oversight for supplies, instruments and efficiency. Manages preference cards in coordination with key stakeholders involved. Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate. Evaluates quality and safety, seeking opportunities for improvement in patient care This role would serve as a point of contact for physicians, supply chain services and other stakeholders to help develop the clinical rationale for new products or equipment.

8. Facilitates educational and onboarding support for new surg tech hires, physicians, resident physicians, students.

9. This position follows safety procedures in regard to medication labeling, appropriate handling of specimens, appropriate handling of sharps, time-out procedure, radiation and laser safety, infection control, assembling and disassembling instruments. Participates in emergency call rotation. Internal customers are patients, surgeons, and nursing staff. External customers may include practicing physicians and patient families.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED and current basic life support certification.

Certified as a surgical technologist with one to two years of experience OR three to four years of experience in a surgical technologist role.

Where applicable must be registered with State Regulatory Agency.

The position requires manual dexterity and the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations. The position requires the ability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly and the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient. Must stay abreast of new developments in the field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner):

2024-12-21

EEO Statement:

EEO/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

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Banner Health Job ID . Posted job title: or surgical technologist services coordinator

About Banner Health

About Banner Health

Banner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the

country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the

communities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary care

health centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and more, our

skilled and compassionate professionals use the latest technology to make

health care easier, so life can be better. The many locations, career

opportunities, and benefits offered at Banner Health help to make the Banner

journey unique and fulfilling for every employee.

Our Mission

Banner's nonprofit mission statement serves as the foundational language for

our organization. "Making health care easier, so life can be better." This

mission statement focuses everyone in the organization on a singular purpose

- excellent patient care. In addition, our mission guides decision making,

defines organizational behavior, set the standards for our day-to-day work,

and drives performance.

Our Diversity

At Banner Health, we value and celebrate equity, diversity and inclusion by

promoting and cultivating a culturally rich workforce honored to serve, support

and provide services to our diverse communities. We respect and value the

various backgrounds and differences among our team members that allows

them to be who they are. We believe leveraging these unique perspectives,

experiences and talents not only enhances our Banner family, but supports

our effectiveness and success as an organization. With a strong focus on our

talent, culture and community, we provide opportunities internally and

externally through:

Programs focusing on our talent pipeline.

Team Member Resource Groups that offer team member development,

community outreach, and resources for well-being.

Diversity, equity and inclusion education available through facilitator led

virtual platforms.

Collaborating with community partners to bring accurate health

information and resources to our underserved communities.

Focusing on health disparities and social determinants of health.

Benefits

• Wellness and fitness programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Health Care FSA
• Discount program
• 401k retirement plan
• Health savings account

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