COMPANY OVERVIEW:

UCHealth Estes Valley Medical Center exists to make a positive difference to the health and well-being of all we serve. Located about 90 miles northwest of Denver, at 7,522 feet above sea level, UCHealth Estes Valley Medical Center sits in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. As a gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, the adventurous lifestyle Estes Park supplies open endless outdoor opportunities for our staff. We promote a healthy work-life balance to give our staff the time to enjoy the “playground” that is Colorado.

From pediatrics to geriatrics, UCHealth Estes Valley Medical Center supplies a full spectrum of care for our friends, neighbors, and visitors in the entire Estes Park Valley and Rocky Mountain National Park. Today, over 18,000 patients—residents and visitors alike—see our health care teams for both outpatient and inpatient services.

SUMMARY: 

The surgical technologist handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. He/she has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. He/she has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

· High School diploma or equivalent

· ORT or Certification Program

· 3 Years of experience as Surgical technologist

· High level of proficiency in at least 3 surgical service lines.

DUTIES:

· Processes all instrumentation equipment, supplies for surgical procedures and maintains log book of sterilization as needed.

· Prepares cases cart with all needed supplies for surgical procedures.

· Setting up, tear down of OR before and after surgical procedures while applying sterile technique.

· Works closely with physician during surgery to achieve best outcome for the patient.

· Identify future purchase replacement needs, monitor for outdates.

· Takes On call as assigned.

· Performs in accordance with AORN Standards.

· Actively participates in the Time Out Process.

· Assists with GI procedures.

· Utilizes and actively updates surgical preference cards.

· Accurately performs counts for sponges and instruments according to P&P.

· Labels all medication on the sterile field, both syringe and receptacle.

· Exemplifies Customer Service.

· Refrains from Gossiping and negative behavior in words and body language.

· Participate in committees as assigned.

· Perform in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulatory agency standards.

· Perform in accordance with EPH vision, mission and goals.

· Participates in inventory management of supplies for at least 1 surgical service line

· Performs duties of Sterile Processing Technician

· All other duties as assigned

Bonus Structure:

The following is the bonus structure used for our Peri-op Staff/Travelers who are working beyond the 7 required on-call shifts a month per their contracts.

*After meeting the 7 shift requirements for taking call (shifts 1 -7 = no bonus);

*Shifts 8 – 10 receive $100 weekday bonus (Mon-Thurs) and $200 weekend day bonus (Fri-Sun);

*Shifts beyond 10 receive $150 weekday bonus (Mon-Thurs) and $250 weekend day bonus (Fri-Sun).

*Minimum 10 days Call/Mo

IMPORTANT PLEASE READ!!

VERIFICATION OF CREDENTIALS CHECKLIST

Before agency personnel may provide care to patients or perform any responsibility requiring a license, a HR representative will confirm receipt of the following credentials/documents from candidates travel agency:

· Current CO license or multistate license and source verified

o If permanent license, verify online & print a copy of the page.

o If temporary license, have copy of authorization letter from Colorado Board of Nursing; verify by phone, note on copy and place in their file.

· Copies of certifications required for the position that are listed in the Job Description.

o Such as: BLS and ACLS must be AHA, and PALS.

· Immunization records including documentation of immunity to Rubella, Rubeola, Mumps, Varicella-Zoste, and Hep B.

· TB test within the last year. We only Accept QuantiFERON

· Influenza shot is required by the State of Colorado no exceptions during influenza season. Influenza season is Sept 1st (depending on availability of flu vaccines) through to March 31st of the following year, or as otherwise defined by the Department of Epidemiology and Flu Surveillance Team.

· Copy of negative 10 panel drug screen results (within the last 30 days).

· Resume’ with work experience.

· Documented references.

· Proof of all required Regulatory (OSHA) Training.

· Assessment of skills/competencies.

· Results of criminal background check including OIG (within the last 30 days).

· CAPS check through the State of Colorado (required for all patient care positions).

Please also reach out to Kaci Weatherholt at Kaci.Weatherholt@UCHealth.org to schedule a fit test for a mask and housing questions. If housing is needed, $5.00 will be removed from the offered rate to pay for said housing.