Perioperative Assistant Job in Greeley CO US – UCHealth Part-Time PACU

Looking for a real foot-in-the-door healthcare role in Northern Colorado? This Perioperative Assistant job in Greeley is a part-time, day-shift position with UCHealth Greeley Hospital. You will support the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) team. Pay is $19.67 to $25.57 an hour. No experience is required.

Job snapshot

• Category: Technicians / Patient Care Support
• Department: GH PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit)
• Work schedule: Part-time, 24 hours per pay period (2 weeks) — about 12 hours a week
• Shift: Days
• Work setting: Onsite (no hybrid or remote option)
• Job ID: 395246

Summary

You will provide support service for the perioperative patient. This includes safe and efficient flow of patient care, plus cleaning and disinfecting of surgical surfaces, equipment, and positioning devices.

Responsibilities

• Set up and store required equipment.
• Restock linens and supplies.
• Help as needed with the transportation and preparation of patients.
• Transport blood products and specimens.
• Help the perioperative team as needed.

Within the scope of this job, you will need critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. You must also be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or GED.
• If you do not have a high school diploma or GED, you can complete a UCHealth-administered basic competency test instead.

Licensure / certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider.
• Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Minimum experience

• None required.

BLS certification details

• BLS through the American Heart Association, or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer. You must have a card in-hand before your start date. The BLS or CPR card must be valid through 60 days of hire.

About UCHealth and our total rewards

Employees are our number one asset. UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in your professional success and personal wellbeing. We do this through a comprehensive total rewards program.*

Recognition

• Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus. It recognises your contributions to quality, patient experience, organisational growth, financial goals, and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October. It is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
• Performance-based pay increase: the Annual Merit Pay Increase recognises work that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards. These are documented through UCHealth’s evaluation process. The increase also accounts for greater experience, skills, and cost of living.
• Market reviews: all UCHealth positions are reviewed annually. We make sure base pay aligns with market standards and adjust rates to stay competitive.

Health and wellbeing

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Access to 24/7 mental health and wellbeing support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free Care.com membership.
• Voluntary benefits, including 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), and leaves of absence.
• Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, with buy-up options.
• Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability, with a buy-up option.

Retirement and savings

• A 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
• An additional 457(b) plan may be available.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care.
• A health savings account is available when you are enrolled in a high-deductible (HD) medical plan.

Education and career growth

• UCHealth provides access to academic degree and certificate programs to support your growth.
• Up to 100% of tuition, books, and fees are paid by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
• Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000 a year pre-paid by UCHealth, or up to $5,250 a year in tuition reimbursement.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning, with thousands of virtual courses and seminars, plus internal professional development opportunities.
• Free help navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. You can also submit your federal student loans for forgiveness.

*Eligibility for some programs is based on your scheduled work hours.

Our mission

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.

How to apply

UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days. It will stay open until a top applicant is identified, so please apply as soon as you can.

Frequently asked questions

Where is this Perioperative Assistant job based?

The role is based at UCHealth Greeley Hospital in Greeley, Colorado, on the GH PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit). It is an onsite role with no hybrid or remote option.

How much does it pay?

The hourly pay range is $19.67 to $25.57 an hour. Pay depends on your relevant experience.

What are the working hours?

This is a part-time role of 24 hours per pay period (two weeks). That is roughly 12 hours a week. The shift is days.

Do I need experience or qualifications?

No previous experience is required. You need a high school diploma or GED. If you do not have either, you can complete a UCHealth-administered basic competency test instead. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is preferred but not required. A current BLS certification is also required within 60 days of hire.

What does a Perioperative Assistant do?

You will provide support to the perioperative patient. This includes safe and efficient flow of patient care, plus cleaning and disinfecting of surgical surfaces, equipment, and positioning devices. You will also help with transportation, supplies, and the wider perioperative team.

Job posted on Apex Global Career. Listing details are provided by the employer and may change — always confirm specifics on the employer’s official careers page before applying. Job ID 395246.