Surgical Technologist
Vail, CO
Patterns Hiring
3x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus
$2,080/weekOverview
- Start Date11/09/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftRotating
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$640/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,440/week
Benefits
- Referral bonus
Description
Vail Valley Medical Center | Vail, CO | 13 Weeks | Rotating Shifts | 36 Hours/Week (32 Guaranteed)
Join Vail Valley Medical Center’s Surgical Services team at a 56-bed, Level III trauma facility near Vail Mountain. Seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist with strong orthopedic and total joint replacement experience.
Position Highlights:
- Rotating shifts
- Travel candidates only; 70-mile radius rule applies
- Manager interview required
- All time-off and schedule requests must be submitted upfront
Key Duties:
- Prepare and maintain the sterile field, instruments, and surgical equipment.
- Assist surgeons during orthopedic, general, GYN, spine, and trauma procedures.
- Support total joint replacements involving hips, knees, and shoulders.
- Assist with procedures using the da Vinci Xi robotic surgical system.
- Maintain sterile technique and support patient safety throughout surgery.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of Surgical Technologist experience in an inpatient or acute care facility.
- Colorado Surgical Technologist license through DORA required.
- BLS certification required.
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) preferred, but not required.
- Strong orthopedic experience required.
- Must have total joint replacement experience (hips, knees, and shoulders).
- Experience with da Vinci Xi, general surgery, GYN, spine, and trauma required.
Employer
Patterns Hiring
Patterns Inc. is a talent solutions and staffing organization supporting clients across healthcare and allied domains. We partner closely with hospitals, healthcare systems, and organizations to deliver high-quality professionals for contingent and permanent roles.
Our teams operate with a strong focus on transparency, accountability, and long-term career alignment. We believe successful placements are built on understanding both client needs and candidate goals, not just filling roles quickly.
At Patterns, candidates can expect clear communication, ethical hiring practices, and consistent support throughout the hiring process. We value professionalism, collaboration, and growth, and we strive to create opportunities where talent can build meaningful and sustainable careers.
Vail, CO
About
Vail is one of Colorado's top ski resort towns. Nestled between the Sawatch and Gore mountain ranges, it hosts the country's largest single-mountain resort with nearly 5,300 acres of epic slopes. During the warmer months, locals and visitors enjoy hiking, mountain biking, whitewater rafting and golfing. Vail Village is the city’s hot gathering spot with a European feel, with heated cobblestone streets that make it a joy to shop, dine and experience the lively nightlife. Hundreds of shops with everything from outdoor gear to jewelry and impressive works of art provide plenty of browsing and buying opportunities. Vail also frequently hosts festivals, including the Vail Jazz Festival and the Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival, featuring renowned orchestras like the New York Philharmonic.
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