CERTIFIED SURGICAL TECHNICIAN - FT

Assists surgeon during operative and invasive procedures.  Ensures operating suite is adequately prepared for procedure.  Monitors PAR level of all surgical instruments and supplies.  Cleans and sterilizes all surgical instruments.  Participates in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities.  Performs other duties as assigned.  On-call required.  Ability to care for patients of all age groups.

EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Surgical Technologist Certification

Must be Registered in State of Colorado

Current BLS Certification

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Ortho experience preferred.

Three (3) years experience in operating room preferred

Must have knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.

Ability to ascertain knowledge promptly.

Ability to demonstrate knowledge of principles of asepsis

Ability to read and understand Basic English

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Continuous movement throughout the hospital

Intermittent bending, kneeling, and squatting

Ability to lift up to 30% of your body weight

Continuous standing (up to 7 hours)

Ability to interact with patients, families and staff in a professional manner in stressful situations.

Ability to maintain matters of a confidential nature

Ability to remain calm in crisis situations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.