Surgical Technologist - Vail, Colorado

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Surgical Technologist - Vail, Colorado

Vail Health has become the worlds most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.

Join our dynamic surgical team in the breathtaking mountains of Colorado! As a Surgical Technologist in our Main OR, youll be an integral part of a high-performing team that handles a wide variety of surgical cases, with a strong emphasis on orthopedics. Work alongside top orthopedic surgeons and utilize cutting-edge technology, including the da Vinci robotic surgical system, to provide exceptional patient care.

Why Join Us?

- Work with renowned orthopedic specialists in a state-of-the-art surgical setting
- Live and work in (or near) Vail, Colorado a world-class destination for outdoor enthusiasts
- Gain experience with advanced surgical technology , including the da Vinci robot
- Be part of a supportive and skilled surgical team dedicated to top-tier patient care

If youre a Surgical Tech looking to grow your skills in an innovative and collaborative environment, wed love to have you on our team!

$15,0000 Sign-on Bonus + relocation and housing assistance available!
This position is located at the hospital in Vail, Colorado.
About the opportunity:
Assists during surgical procedures by ensuring and maintaining the integrity of a sterile surgical field and providing instrumentation as needed to the surgical team. Participates in unit activities that assure high levels of quality related to patient care. Functions under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
What you will do:

1. Possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combines the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation of tools and technologies in performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Functions with working knowledge of AORN standards.
2. Maintains and checks all items for proper packaging, processing, moisture, seal and packaging integrity, sterile indicator if present, and expiration dates. Ensures that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly and the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.
3. Monitors sterile field for events that may contaminate, interfere, or alter field and initiates or notifies of need for corrective action under supervision.

Working towards competency or competent with Tier 1 surgical cases

1. Maintains flexibility while contributing to the individualized, ongoing delivery of care within the scope of practice.
2. Models effective, timely communication with the perioperative team with full participation in Time Out Process to include Briefings and Debriefings.
3. Assists team in patient transports, room turnovers, and room preparation.
4. Models professional behavior to include maintaining currency in new technologies and procedures, including instrumentation and equipment.
5. Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
6. Role models the principals of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
7. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
What you will need:
Experience:

• Completion of a Certified Surgical Technologist program and/or Licensed Surgical Technologist

License(s):

• Licensed as a Surgical Technologist in the state of Colorado required.

Certification(s):

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Computer / Typing:

• Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.

Must have working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.
Education:

• N/A

Application Close Date: Applications for this roll will be accepted on an ongoing basis

Benefits at Vail Health Include:

• Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:
  
  • Competitive wages
  • Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
  • Housing programs
  • Childcare reimbursement
  
  
• Comprehensive Health Benefits:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  
  
• Educational Programs:
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Existing Student Loan Repayment
  • Specialty Certification Reimbursement
  • Annual Supplemental Educational Funds
  
  
• Paid Time Off:
  • Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.
  
  
• Retirement & Supplemental Insurance:
  • 403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching
  • Life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability
  
  
• Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More:
  • Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement
  • Recreation discounts
  • Pet insurance
  
  
  
  

Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.

Hourly Pay: $31.12$49.40 USD

About Vail Health

Vail Health is a dynamic mountain healthcare system that combines the world-class care you’d see in a big city with a small-town approach. Our history of pioneerism inspires us to roll up our sleeves in a collaborative and innovative spirit. We take pride in being an independent healthcare system that has the flexibility to make decisions that directly impact our communities. 

Elevated standards are the cornerstone of our approach. As a pillar of our community, Vail Health puts as much emphasis on mental health as we do on physical health. We recognize the value of integrated teamwork to provide the same level of personalized care we'd give an elite athlete, neighbor, or family member.

Joining Vail Health means becoming part of something greater than yourself. We support your journey, providing curated benefits that foster your personal and professional growth. Together, we make a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees, patients, and local communities.

Expanded Reach & Specialized Services

• Vail Health  has expanded its reach with care facilities in Avon, Edwards, Eagle, Gypsum, and Basalt. Our main hospital in Vail offers a wide range of services, including emergency care, surgery, childbirth, and imaging, all within a modern facility that reflects our dedication to innovation and excellence.
• At Vail Health Hospital, Radiology  supports a full spectrum of care. We staff 3 to 5 technologists each day in Vail, rotating responsibilities to ensure seamless, high-quality imaging coverage for every patient. We offer exciting opportunities to cross-train in CT, MRI, Mammography, and Ultrasound, empowering you to broaden your skills and advance your career within our diverse imaging team.
• Colorado Mountain Medical  is a team of primary care physicians, specialists and other practitioners with clinics in Dillon, Frisco, Vail, Avon, Edwards, and Eagle. CMM provides high-quality health care to Eagle County residents and visitors.
• Howard Head Sports Medicine  helps people of all ages and abilities rebuild their body and spirit. Working with the world's top orthopaedic doctors and researchers, our patients benefit from innovative physical therapy techniques, state-of-the-art equipment and experienced physical therapists. With 10 locations in Eagle and Summit Counties, as well as the Roaring Fork Valley, Howard Head Sports Medicine will get you back to doing the activities you love! 
• The Shaw Cancer Center , a premier oncology facility in Edwards, provides comprehensive cancer care—ranging from radiation and infusion to supportive therapies—set in a serene, mountain environment.
• In 2025, we also opened the Precourt Healing Center , a state-of-the-art Behavioral Health facility offering both inpatient and outpatient services to meet the growing mental health needs of our mountain communities with compassionate, integrated care.

Patient Care Tech Program:

Patient care technicians are non-certified support staff that can help assist in basic medical tasks.
Students in the program are given six months to a year to go through a series of modules that progress their skill sets toward what is needed to become certified as a medical assistant. During the program, the staff members go through three promotion levels (PCT 1, PCT II and PCT III) with the fourth being becoming certified medical assistants after passing the national certification exam.
“We built out a four-step program for them to move through those skills. Each skill I would monitor closely to make sure that they were competent in. They would have a whole skills list and they would go through that, whether it be the training team or who they were shadowing for the day,” Katelynn Parks said. “The PCTs loved being able to do a little bit more outside of their current scope, which was very limited. We would train them specifically for Colorado Mountain Medical and what we needed our clinical assistants to do differently from other places.”
All of this skills training was provided on the job, meaning that not only were the students working toward — and gaining the skills needed — for the certification, they were being paid to do so.

What is the Patient Care Tech Program at Colorado Mountain Medical?

Vail Health Benefits

We’re proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package  that supports the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of our team members. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement savings plan with employer match- 5% match immediately.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• Employee wellness program ($1,000 for Full Time employees) and other mental health resources
• Relocation and housing assistance for eligible roles

At Vail Health, you're not just taking on a job—you're joining a mission to elevate care in the communities we serve.