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Prime Healthcare

Certified Surgical Tech

Dallas, TX · On-site

Advanced Clinical Leadership - Serve as a lead surgical technologist for complex and specialty procedures, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical expertise to surgical staff while modeling ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average weekly pay for lead surgical tech in the United States is $1,882.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,403.85 and $2,307.69 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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In addition to preparing operating rooms and assisting during surgical procedures, a Lead Surgical Tech often supervises and mentors surgical technologists, organizes the surgical schedule, and ensures all instruments and supplies are available and in working order. They are responsible for upholding strict adherence to sterile protocols, troubleshooting equipment issues, and facilitating communication between surgeons, nurses, and support staff during procedures. This leadership role may also involve training new staff, participating in quality improvement initiatives, and helping to implement policies or workflow changes. These added responsibilities provide opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a significant impact on patient care and team performance.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a lead surgical tech?

To thrive as a Lead Surgical Tech, you need in-depth knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile technique, and instrument handling, often supported by a surgical technology certificate and several years of operating room experience. Familiarity with surgical equipment, electronic documentation systems, and certification such as the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential is typically required. Leadership, effective communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are vital soft skills for coordinating surgical teams and ensuring patient safety. These skills and qualities are essential for leading by example and maintaining high standards in a dynamic surgical environment.

What is a lead surgical tech?

A Lead Surgical Tech is an experienced surgical technologist responsible for assisting surgeons during procedures while also overseeing the surgical team’s workflow. They ensure all necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment are prepared and sterile. Additionally, they may train new techs, manage scheduling, and facilitate communication between surgical staff. This role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in high-pressure environments.

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OR Lead Surgical Technologist BWH

Massgeneralbrigham

Boston, MA

$38.30 - $56.59/hr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.


Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.


Job Summary

OR Lead Surgical Technologist - Cardiac/Vascular
Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH)
Location: 75 Francis Street, Boston, MA
Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours/week), Rotating Shift
Sign-On Bonus: $10,000
Work Type: Onsite
Position Overview
The Lead Surgical Technologist serves as an expert perioperative team member supporting Cardiac and Vascular surgical services. This role combines advanced scrub responsibilities with leadership duties focused on OR readiness, instrumentation management, staff support, inventory coordination, and cross-functional collaboration with Central Processing, Materials Management, Clinical Support, Education, and Management teams.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures.
Set up and manage surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment.
Maintain sterile technique and monitor equipment during procedures.
Facilitate on-time OR starts and efficient room turnovers.
Coordinate staff break and lunch coverage as needed.
Scrub cases to support operational needs.
Review and prepare upcoming surgical cases.
Ensure case cart accuracy and equipment availability.
Collaborate with surgeons to maintain preference cards.
Partner with Central Processing on workflow improvements and instrument optimization.
Support inventory management and equipment maintenance.
Train and mentor surgical technologists on equipment use and best practices.
Serve as a subject matter expert for equipment troubleshooting and problem-solving.


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (required)

Certification

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) (required)

Experience

3-5 years of Surgical Technologist experience (required)
Cardiac/Vascular surgical experience (required)


Why Candidates May Be Interested
$10,000 sign-on bonus
Competitive compensation
Pension and 403(b) match
Magnet-recognized hospital
Tuition reimbursement
Generous PTO
50% MBTA subsidy
Free parking nights and weekends
Childcare and backup care resources
Retirement benefits
Employee discounts on entertainment and events
Ideal Candidate Profile

A highly experienced CST with strong Cardiac/Vascular OR expertise, leadership abilities, excellent organizational skills, deep knowledge of surgical instrumentation, and a passion for supporting operational excellence and mentoring fellow surgical technologists.

This position is likely best suited for a senior CVOR Surgical Technologist looking to move into a lead-level role while remaining clinically active in the operating room.


Additional Job Details (if applicable)


Remote Type

Onsite


Work Location

75 Francis Street


Scheduled Weekly Hours

40


Employee Type

Regular


Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)


Pay Range

$38.30 - $56.59/Hourly


Grade

6


At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.


EEO Statement:

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.


Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

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