Job Description
First Connect Health is seeking a travel Surgical Technician for a travel job in Vail, Colorado.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Surgical Technician
- Discipline : Allied Health Professional
- Start Date : 10 / 20 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 32 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, flexible, rotating
- Employment Type : Travel
We need three Surgical Techs to start on these dates : 11 / 3 / 2025, 11 / 10 / 2025, and 11 / 17 / 2025
Position : Surgical Technologist
Location : Vail, CO
Facility : Vail Health
Contract Length : 13 weeks
Shift : Rotating
Schedule : 3x12
Start Dates : 11 / 3 / 2025, 11 / 10 / 2025, 11 / 17 / 2025
Guaranteed Hours : 32
Job Summary :
The Surgical Technologist assists during surgical procedures by maintaining the sterile field and providing instrumentation as needed to the surgical team. Works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and participates in unit activities to ensure high-quality patient care.
Essential Job Functions
Applies sterile and aseptic technique, anatomy knowledge, and surgical procedures in invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Functions with knowledge of AORN standards.Maintains and checks all sterile supplies and equipment, ensuring integrity, safety, and functionality.Monitors sterile field and initiates corrective action when needed.Works toward competency or demonstrates competency with Tier 1 surgical cases.Contributes flexibly to individualized patient care within scope of practice.Communicates effectively with the perioperative team and fully participates in Time Out processes.Assists with patient transports, room turnovers, and room preparation.Keeps current with new technologies, instrumentation, and procedures.Cleans and prepares instruments for sterilization.Models Just Culture principles and maintains HIPAA compliance.Minimum Qualifications
Experience : Completion of a Certified Surgical Technologist program and / or Licensed Surgical Technologist.License : Must be licensed as a Surgical Technologist in Colorado.Certifications : BLS (American Heart Association).Computer Skills : Ability to complete online learning requirements, access forms, policies, and enrollment systems within 90 days.Language : Must be able to read, write, and speak English.Physical Demands
Stand : 50% | Walk : 20% | Sit : 5% | Lift : 10% | Other : 15% (squat, bend, twist, etc.)Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.Will work with various age groups, including neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.Potential exposure to healthcare hazards (radiation, chemicals, biological hazards, etc.).Specialty : Nursing
Sub-Specialty : Surgical Technologist
About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because :
✅ Trust and Transparency : We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.✅ Best Pay & Benefits : We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.✅ Flexibility & Choice : Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.✅ Personalized Support : Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
Medical benefitsSick pay401k retirement planWeekly payReferral bonus