Surgical Tech Internal Traveler in Boulder, Colorado at Boulder Community Health

Internal Traveler — Certified Surgical Tech
Boulder Community Health, Boulder, CO 80303

Full-Time Days, 36 hours a week. (Wed-Fri 7am-70m or 9am-9pm)

Pay range is between $70-$80/hr. Rates are market dependent and will be determined at the time of written offer.

Boulder Community Health is seeking a Surgical Tech Internal Traveler where you will serve as a dedicated patient caregiver. In this role, the CST assists the registered nurse in the intra-operative care of the surgical patient by the performance of routine and delegated duties according to the policies and procedures of Boulder Community Hospital.

Contracts are 26 weeks.
External applications accepted
New hires cannot be ex-BCH employee.
Weekends Required.

Benefits:
•403(b)Retirement plan
•Education assistance program
•Staff Support Initiatives such as Sound Baths, Meditation, Massages, and Reiki
•Free one-on-one retirement planning sessions
•Employee Assistance Program offering 8 free, confidential counseling sessions for you and your family

Qualifications
•Graduate of a School of Surgical Technology, OR
•Graduate of a School of Nursing with one year experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care setting, OR
•Former training in a military or surgical setting
•Colorado Registration is required
•Certification required
•BLS certification through the American Heart Association required
•One to two years experience in an acute care setting preferred

Responsibilities
•Responsible for precepting students and new team employees.
•Provide expertise and be a resource for other team members.
•Competently scrubs all complex: Thoracotomy, Advanced Laparoscopic(Nissen, VATS) Carotids/AV graft, LAVH, Mastectomy with reconstruction, Microdisc/Lami, ACD, Shoulder scopes, ACL, Ortho Fractures (TFN/IM rodding, plating), Vaginal sling with meth, Maxillofacial fractures, Panendoscopy.
•Advanced skills in at least one of the following:
a. Laser Operator
b. Cell Saver Operator
c. Set-up and priming of ICP monitor
d. Identification and assembly of instruments for all stealth applications
e. Set-up of invasive monitor lines and blood warmers
•Take an active role under the direction of the service coordinator for at least one of the following:
a. Monitoring quality improvement
b. Monitoring par levels of supplies in their specialty service
c. Ordering specialty equipment and supplies by reviewing future scheduled procedures as assigned by the service coordinator.
d. Active participation in one departmental committee
• Maintaining computerized doctor preference cards
• Teach at least 2 round robin in-services for equipment or procedures each year, using the round robin sign in sheet as documentation.
• Demonstrates knowledge in the care and handling of instruments, sutures, and other operating room equipment to decrease damage and promote longer equipment life.
• Demonstrate knowledge of principles of surgical asepsis.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon by preparing and passing of instruments, sutures, sponges, and supplies needed during the operative procedure.

About Boulder Community Health and Boulder, Colorado
Boulder Community Health (BCH) is a not-for-profit healthcare organization based in Boulder, Colorado, serving the Boulder County community. Our flagship facility, Boulder Community Hospital, along with several other locations, provides comprehensive care, including acute care, emergency services, psychiatric care, and outpatient services. BCH offers a wide range of specialties, including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, maternity, and mental health care, with a strong emphasis on patient-centered, high-quality care.
We are dedicated to improving community health through advanced medical technology, evidence-based practices, wellness programs, and community outreach initiatives. BCH maintains strong partnerships with local physicians and supports public health efforts to promote healthy lifestyles and address health disparities.

EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace.
BCH will never conduct interviews or ask for employment documents via text.
This position has no close date. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.