Operating Room Surgical Technologist, Spine & Joint
Lone Tree, CO
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$1,386/weekOverview
- Start Date05/04/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Travel Surgical Tech opportunity in Lone Tree, CO 80124 (Denver area) — seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist (CST/ORT) with spine and joint OR experience for a 13-week contract. Lone Tree is a vibrant, growing community just south of Denver, offering easy access to the city’s amenities, a welcoming atmosphere, and abundant outdoor recreation including hiking, biking, and scenic parks. Immediate start for perioperative professionals who thrive in fast-paced orthopedic and spine surgery environments.
Job Details
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,120 – $1,200
- Location: Lone Tree, CO 80124 (Denver metro / Colorado travel healthcare)
- Setting: Main OR – Spine, Hip, and Joint Preservation Center (Orthopedic OR / Spine Surgery)
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks (May 4, 2026 – August 3, 2026)
- Shift: 12-hour days (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
- Hours per Week: 36
- Employment Type: Travel Surgical Tech / Travel healthcare
Job Requirements / Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year recent OR experience as a Surgical Technologist or Operating Room Technician (Surgical Tech travel jobs preferred)
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or ORT certification required
- Proven scrub experience on spine and joint cases (spine fusion, ALIF, total joint replacements)
- Perioperative skills: sterile technique, instrument handling, OR setup, and turnover
- Flexible, adaptable, and able to work in a fast-paced orthopedic operating room
- General surgery scrub experience preferred; experience with Meditech EMR or similar documentation systems a plus
Responsibilities
- Assist surgeons during advanced orthopedic and spine procedures including spine fusions, ALIFs, and total joint replacements
- Prepare and maintain sterile fields and ensure proper sterile technique throughout cases
- Handle, pass, and account for surgical instruments and implants with precision
- Collaborate closely with RNs, unit secretaries, surgical tech team members, and other perioperative staff
- Participate in call rotation as required (weekends and evenings) for OR coverage
- Maintain accurate case documentation and charting using Meditech EMR (perioperative documentation)
Join our healthcare team today — Apply now for this Travel Surgical Tech position in Lone Tree, Colorado, and advance your perioperative career in a leading orthopedic and spine center.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Lone Tree, CO
As a Travel Surgical Technologist in Lone Tree, CO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Lone Tree, CO is higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- However, wages in the area generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Lone Tree experiences hot summers with average highs around 85-90°F and cold winters with average lows around 15-20°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Lone Tree, CO, and they are relatively easy to find due to the area's popularity.
- Lone Tree is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options are also available, including bus services and light rail connections to nearby areas.
- Lone Tree has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the high pollen count in the area.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the region.
- Lone Tree offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy nearby hiking trails and parks.
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