Surgical Tech - Certified
Boulder Community Health, Boulder, CO 80303

$29.22/hr. - $43.83/hr. — Full-time — Days - 12-hour shifts — Variable days
Weekend and on-call requirements. +$2.50.hr for weekend shifts

Boulder Community Health is seeking a Certified Surgical Technician, 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.

Benefits:
•Health insurance, including a FREE employee only option
•Dental and Vision insurance
•BCH paid Life Insurance; Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance plans
•Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
•Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
•Retirement plan with BCH matching contributions, and discretionary lump sum contribution
•Paid Time Off
•Education assistance program
•Voluntary Wellness programs, to include biometrics, wellness team challenges, and much more
•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 an equivalent education and /or experience may be considered. 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 setting
•Colorado Registration is required
•Certification preferred
•BLS certification required
•One to two years experience required

Responsibilities:
•Proficiently scrub all complex procedures
•ensures instruments and equipment are available to their specialty service for use.
•Anticipates the needs of the surgeon by preparing and passing instruments, sutures, sponges, and supplies needed during the operative procedure.
•Assists the RN in the delivery of care to the intra-operative procedure.
•Demonstrates proper handling of specimens.
•Consults with and/or advises appropriate personnel of instrument or equipment needs requiring follow-up or attention.
•Utilizes physician preference cards and inventory lists to accurately organize equipment and supplies for operative surgical procedures.

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.
As a Certified Level II Trauma Center, Boulder Community Hospital provides expert emergency care for serious and complex injuries while delivering comprehensive services across the full continuum of care.

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.