Certified Surgical Technologist (Full-time)

Position Overview:   

The Surgical Technologist works directly with a surgeon and the Peri-Operative RNs. The Surgical Technologist assists the surgeons during gastroenterology endoscopy, operative and invasive procedures with a working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique. The Surgical Technologist assures the operating suite is adequately prepared and maintained for procedures. The employee monitors the inventory of surgical instruments and supplies. The technologist is also responsible for the cleaning, disinfection, reprocessing and sterilization of surgical instruments. The Certified Surgical Technologist may act in an assistant scrub role under the direct supervision of the surgeon commiserate with experience. 

The surgical technologist in the first scrub role handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. The technologist has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. The employee 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. 

The surgical technologist in the second scrub role assists the surgeon and/or surgical assistant during the operative procedure by carrying out tasks including sponging, suctioning, cutting suture, holding retractors and manipulating the endoscopic camera. This role is distinct from that of the first scrub and surgical first assistant.

Why Join PSMC?

Located in the beautiful mountain town of Pagosa Springs, PSMC offers the unique opportunity to serve a rural community while working in a mission-driven healthcare facility. As the only hospital and EMS service in Archuleta County, we value innovation, collaboration, and compassionate care.

About Our Community 

Pagosa Springs is not only a wonderful place to work, but also a wonderful place to live. Pagosans are warm and friendly people, proud of their community and proud of their medical center. The Pagosa Springs area boasts great public schools in addition to a variety of alternative education options. The region offers numerous recreational opportunities. Wolf Creek ski area is just 24 miles away and is surrounded by trails for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling. Hiking, biking, ATV riding, hunting, boating, fly-fishing, and kayaking opportunities abound in the warmer months. Pagosa Springs is home to the world’s deepest geothermal hot spring and is located one hour east of Durango, CO and a short drive north of the New Mexico state line. 

• Base Compensation Range: $24.75 - $38.27 hourly, based on years of relevant experience ranging from 0 to 22 years of experience. "Relevant experience" means relevant to the employee's responsibilities set forth in the job description as determined by the HR Manager, CAO, applicable department manager/director and applicable senior leader. 
• Benefits: Full-time benefits include generous paid time off, separate sick leave, health, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability and option for short-term disability, and retirement plan with employer contribution.   
• Job Type: Full-time  
• Shift Type: Weekday 
• Anticipated End Date for Posting: September 30, 2025. The deadline may close sooner due to an unanticipated business necessity, such as an incumbent vacating the role earlier than anticipated. You are encouraged to apply well in advance of the deadline.  

Pagosa Springs Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, and we will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, religion, creed, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment health and drug screen and background check.

Qualifications: At all times, the employee shall possess the following qualifications set forth below. 

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