Surgical Technology Educator
13 days ago
Colorado Springs
Description Location: UCHealth UCHlth Memorial Hosp Central, US:CO:Colorado Springs Department: SRSS Clinical Education Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Pay: $29.54 - $44.31 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option This position will support the educational needs of surgical techs in the MHC and MHN OR. Summary: • Develops and provides education to Surgical Technology staff to facilitate the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures., • Responsibilities:, • Collaborates with managers and staff to assess the learning needs and competencies of staff., • Designs, delivers, and assesses learning activities and curricula related to clinical competencies, departmental/organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and the use of clinical information technologies., • Serves as a consultant/mentor for staff in areas of program development, clinical practice, and professional development., • Participates in the development, coordination, and delivery of new staff orientation and education activities., • Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action. Requirements: • High School diploma or GED; Completion of an accredited Surgical Tech program or Associates Degree or Military trained., • State Surgical Assistant or Surgical Technologist registration (DORA); Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification; Certified as a Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)., • 2 years of Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) experience and 6 months of UCHealth CST experience. UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program. * Recognition • Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment., • Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living., • Medical, dental and vision coverage., • Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents., • Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources., • Free Care.com membership., • Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs., • Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence., • New employees receive an initial PTO load with first paycheck., • Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options., • 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution., • Additional 457(b) plan may be available., • UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth., • Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees., • Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement., • Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities. We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives. UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified. UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. 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