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Surgical Tech
Lamar, CO
Surgical Technician – Operating Room
Position Overview
The facility is seeking an experienced Certified Surgical Technician to join the surgical services team. You'll provide essential technical and clinical support to surgeons, anesthesia providers, and nursing staff in a fast-paced operating room environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Arrange surgical supplies and instruments; maintain accurate counts throughout procedures
- Pass instruments and sterile supplies to the surgical team with precision
- Assist with wound dressing application and specimen preparation for lab analysis
- Operate sterilizers and perform validation tests to ensure instrument sterility in the Sterile Processing area
- Inspect packaged supplies and instruments for proper sterility before cases
- Clean, decontaminate, and inspect surgical instruments post-operatively
- Monitor supply levels, check expiration dates, and maintain adequate inventory
- Apply aseptic technique consistently across all tasks
- Anticipate team needs and adjust to changing priorities
Requirements
- Certified Surgical Technician (CST) with minimum 5 years of current experience
- State of Colorado Surgical Technician registration required
- Ability to work long periods standing and walking; comfortable with heavy lifting
- Comfort working in a high-stress environment with exposure to blood and body fluids
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Schedule & Contract Details
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–2:30 PM, with rotating on-call coverage for nights and weekends (may require staying late)
- Contract: 9 weeks
- Hours: 36 hours guaranteed per week
- Start Date: November 16, 2026
Reports to the Surgical Services Department Manager.