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Lead Certified Surgical Services Tech (CST)- Orthopedic Surgery Center

Denver Health · Denver, CO · 1 wk ago
Healthcare$31.04–$45.01/hrFull-time

About the role

The Lead Certified Surgical Services Tech (CST)- Orthopedic Surgery Center is a mission-driven position within Denver Health's Outpatient Operating Room. Denver Health is dedicated to serving patients throughout their life journey, providing high-quality care and support.

Responsibilities

  • CASE MANAGEMENT: Utilizes the surgery schedule, patient chart and Surgical Preference Cards to prepare for upcoming surgical procedures by analyzing block times, physician notes, diagnostic tests, previous surgeries, equipment availability, supply and instrument needs. Communicates with physicians when questions arise. Arranges for vendor support and specialty items (equipment, supplies, implants, etc.). Collaborates with leadership team when making staff assignments. Builds, maintains and makes updates to Surgical Preference Cards.

  • LEADERSHIP: Oversees the members of a surgical specialty service to ensure that it is performing effectively and providing optimal patient care. Proactively approaches each surgical case by assessing patient needs, evaluating, planning, collaborating, and encouraging positive communication while directing the healthcare team. Visible in the operating rooms daily. Delegates tasks to promote a sense of “team work”.

  • SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST: Performs direct and indirect preoperative surgical care for pediatric, adult, geriatric and vulnerable patient populations. Scrubs for minor/major/complex surgical procedures. Responsible for procurement and handling of instrumentation, supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures. Utilizes knowledge, training and skills to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and ensure quality patient care.

  • PROJECTS: Identifies new projects aimed at improving systems and processes in the operating room. Defines, plans, communicates, executes, delegates and manages project from start to finish.

  • Educate, Mentor and Precept: Facilitates learning by assisting staff to meet service specific technical and professional objectives. Arranges schedules, serves as an evaluator, providing feedback, support and guidance. Coordinates and conducts service specific education and training about equipment, supplies and instrumentation.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED Required and Post High School Diploma or Certificate Program Certification from an accredited Surgical Technology program Required

  • BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required and CST-Certified Surgical Technologist - NBSTSA - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Required and Surgical Technologist - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years typically three years’ experience as a Surgical Technologist Required

Skills

  • Knowledge of the Denver Health mission and values of Trust, Respect and Excellence, state regulatory standards and operating room policies and standard work protocol.

  • Communications and Interpersonal Skills – clearly convey needs and establish rapport with physicians, co-workers and auxiliary staff.

  • Professional and Courteous Demeanor

  • Critical Thinking – using logic and reasoning for daily case management and staff support.

  • Active Listening – giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting in at inappropriate times.

  • Judgement and Decision Making – considering the surgical needs of the patient and the optimal patient outcome.

  • Service Oriented – actively looking for ways to help teams.

  • Leadership – respecting professional standards, hospital and departmental policies and standards of care.

  • Research – ability to leverage resources to acquire needed information.

  • Mentor and Precept – desire to share knowledge, experience and insights and use them to help other people grow in their professions.

  • Work Independently and Collaboratively - prioritizing workloads to meet deadlines.

Benefits

  • Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays

  • 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks

  • Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.

  • Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center

  • Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

  • Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

  • Tuition reimbursement & assistance

  • Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways

  • Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program

  • National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Pay

$31.04 - $45.01 / hr

Schedule

Varies (United States of America)

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