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Children's Hospital Colorado

Surgical Technician

Children's Hospital Colorado, Broomfield, Colorado, United States, 80020


Job ID

89511Location

BroomfieldFull/Part Time

Full-TimeRegular/Temporary

RegularWhy Work at Children's Colorado

Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day. We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatric hospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & World Report. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different.Job Overview

The Surgical Technician is a clinician who provides intra-operative technical assistance to physicians and Registered Nurses (RN) who care for patients experiencing a surgical intervention or other invasive procedure.Additional Information

Department Name: Operating Room - North CampusJob Status: FulltimeShift: Monday - Friday 7am - 5:30pm (Days will vary)Qualifications

Education:

Associate's Degree in Surgical TechnologyEquivalency:

Graduate of a military training program or diploma degree in surgical technology with completed clinical rotations may be considered in lieu of a diploma degree.Certification(s):

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers at time of hire.Licensure(s):

State of Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) Surgical Technologist or Surgical Assistant Registration.***This position may require a BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Please note BLS (CPR cards) from organizations other than American Heart Association, even if it says it is AHA approved, will not be accepted.***Responsibilities

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform:Assists with room turnovers and set-ups; restocks and orders supplies; utilizes downtime effectively; and participates in department quality improvement activities.Promotes patient safety by participating in the surgical time out; labeling medications on the field; verifying patient weight and allergies with RN prior to passing medications to physician; communication of hand-off of care when relieved during case; and selection of appropriate instruments and supplies based on patient size and procedure.Assists with patient positioning and properly identifies specimens.Monitors potential hazards for sharp or burn injury.Safely handles bio-hazardous materials and uses standard precautions and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).Utilizes preference cards to prepare for surgical procedure; scrubs all cases as assigned; anticipates needs of case by opening correct supplies and instruments; is attentive to flow of the surgery so that surgeons' needs are anticipated.Physical Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSAudio-Visual: Color Discrimination: GoodAudio-Visual: Depth Perception: GoodAudio-Visual: Far Vision: GoodAudio-Visual: Hearing: GoodAudio-Visual: Near Vision: GoodGeneral Activity: Stand/Walk: 6-8 hrs. per dayMotion: Bend: Up to 1/3 of timeMotion: Carry: Up to 1/3 of timeMotion: Lift: Up to 1/3 of timeMotion: Pull: Up to 1/3 of timeOthers: May assist in lifting, transporting and positioning of patientsOthers: Must be able to tolerate temperature changes, smoke, fumes, and dust.Use of Hands/Feet: Both Hands - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation)Weight Lifted/Force Exerted: More than 50 pounds: Up to 1/3 of timeWORK ENVIRONMENTExposure: Exposure to blood/body fluid: Regular/Frequent.Exposure: Exposure to cold/heat: Frequent.Exposure: Exposure to infectious diseases: Frequent.Exposure: Exposure to laser beam: Occasional.Exposure: Exposure to lung irritations: Frequent.Exposure: Exposure to radiation: Occasional.Exposure: Exposure to skin irritations: Frequent.Mental and Emotional Requirements:

Makes decisions under pressure, manages stress appropriately, and works with others effectively.Equal Employment Opportunity

It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. The position is expected to stay open until the posted close date. Please submit your application as soon as possible as the posting is subject to close at any time once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained.Salary Information

Annual Salary Range (Based on 40 hours worked per week): $48,962.61 to $73,443.91Hourly Salary Range: $23.54 to $35.31Benefits Information

As a Children's Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and access to professional development tools, including an education benefit to help you advance your career.

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