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Beth Israel Lahey Health

Surgical Tech

Boston, MA · On-site

Staff work 8, 10 or 12 hour shifts and cover call on off-shifts, weekends and holidays.** Surgical ... Sign-On Bonus for Surg Tech Roles ($15,000) Effective date: 4/16/2026 date of hire & beyond • ...

Mass General Brigham

Surgical Technologist BWH

Boston, MA · On-site

$35 - $40.64/hr

... weekends Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan. Discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events. Qualifications Surgical Tech ...

Massgeneralbrigham

Surgical Technologist BWH

Boston, MA · On-site

$35 - $40.64/hr

... weekends Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan. Discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events. Qualifications Surgical Tech ...

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How much do weekend surgical tech jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average weekly pay for weekend surgical tech in Boston, MA is $2,044.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,525.00 and $2,507.69 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend surgical tech?

A Weekend Surgical Tech is a surgical technologist who primarily works on weekends, assisting surgeons and medical teams during procedures. Responsibilities include preparing the operating room, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring all necessary equipment is available. This role is ideal for those seeking a flexible schedule or supplemental income while still playing a crucial role in patient care.

What are the typical responsibilities and work environment for a weekend surgical tech?

As a Weekend Surgical Tech, you will primarily assist surgeons and nurses in the operating room by preparing and passing instruments, maintaining sterile fields, and supporting patient care before, during, and after procedures. Weekend shifts often mean working in a smaller team and handling a wide range of surgeries, sometimes including emergencies. You will need to adapt to fluctuating caseloads and collaborate closely with surgical staff in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on work, teamwork, and the opportunity to directly impact patient outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the weekend surgical tech position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Surgical Tech, you need a solid understanding of surgical procedures, sterile techniques, and instrument handling, typically obtained through a surgical technology program and certification (such as CST or NCCT). Familiarity with surgical tools, operating room protocols, and electronic health record (EHR) systems is essential. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are important soft skills for this role. These qualities are critical for ensuring patient safety, efficient surgical workflows, and successful outcomes in high-stress, time-sensitive environments.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Surgical Tech job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,331 per year, or $51.1 per hour.

Surgical Tech

Beth Israel Lahey Health

Boston, MA • On-site

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Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.
Job Description Summary
The East Campus OR cares for patients undergoing Gynecology, General, Urology, Robotics, Oncology, Orthopedics (Joint Replacements, Sports medicine, and Oncology), Ophthalmology, ENT, Plastic, and Interventional Pulmonology surgical procedures.
**Staff work 8, 10 or 12 hour shifts and cover call on off-shifts, weekends and holidays.**
Surgical Technicians must carry a valid certification through NBSTSA.
Why BIDMC?
-Nationally recognized transplant excellence
-Competitive compensation, with tiered promotional opportunities to make even more money
-Flexible schedules and work-life balance
-Magnet designation, recognizing excellence in nursing and patient care
Transplant Program Highlights
#1 in the U.S. for Heart Transplant
#3 in the U.S. for Liver Transplant
#1 in New England for Pancreas and Kidney-Pancreas Transplant
Comprehensive Living Liver and Kidney Donor Program, including the only Donor Care Center in the Northeast
Regional first: In February 2025, BIDMC became the first in the region to perform robot-assisted living donor liver transplantation
Innovation & Leadership
Advanced surgical technology with 7 general surgery robots (3 DaVinci DV5, 2 Single Port, and 2 XI systems)
Growing collaboration with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, welcoming 70+ new surgeons
National thought leadership, with 3 podium presentations at the AORN National Conference this year.
Sign-On Bonus for Surg Tech Roles ($15,000)
Effective date: 4/16/2026 date of hire & beyond
• Please note, sign on bonuses are subject to change based on the organization's hiring needs and will be determined by Talent Acquisition on an ongoing basis. BILH/BIDMC Talent Acquisition reserves the right to change sign on bonus eligible jobs and amounts at any time.
Job Description:
Essential Responsibilities:
  1. Collaborates with the circulating nurse prior to a surgical procedure to carry out the plan of care by preparing the operating room, gathering and preparing supplies, instruments and equipment, preparing and maintaining the sterile field using sterile and aseptic technique and ensuring that surgical equipment is functioning properly and safely.
  2. During the intraoperative phase of patient care anticipates and responds to the needs of a surgeon and other team members by monitoring the sterile field and providing the required instruments and supplies.
  3. Perform tasks at the sterile field as directed in an operating room setting, including; passing supplies, equipment or instruments, sponging or suctioning an operative site, preparing and cutting suture material, transferring and irrigating with fluids, transferring but not administering, drugs, handling specimens, and assisting in counting supplies and instruments with the circulating nurse.
  4. Recognizes, intervenes, and reports situations which impede patient safety. Safeguards the privacy of patients. Maintains confidentiality relating to patients. Aware of patient's rights and legal, moral, and ethical implications of actions.
  5. Facilitates efficient turnover time by prioritizing activities related to equipment and instrumentation needed for cases to follow in assigned room. Recognizes and reports problems related to kits, equipment or supplies.
Required Qualifications:
  1. High School diploma or GED required.
  2. Certificate 1 Cert Surg Tech (CST) required., and Certificate 2 Basic Life Support required.
  3. 1-3 years related work experience required.
  4. Graduate of an accredited education program for surgical technologists or has completed a training program for surgical technologists in the United States Military or Public Health Service.
  5. Holds and maintains a certified surgical technologist credential administered by a nationally recognized surgical technologist credentialing body accredited by the National commission of Certifying Agencies and recognized by the American College of Surgeons and the Association of Surgical Technologists.
  6. Basic familiarity with computers. Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.
Competencies:
  1. Decision Making: Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.
  2. Problem Solving: Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.
  3. Independence of Action: Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.
  4. Written Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers.
  5. Oral Communications: Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.
  6. Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.
  7. Team Work: Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members.
  8. Customer Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Physical Nature of the Job:
Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Job is physical in nature and employee needs to stand and/or move around through the majority of their shift.
Pay Range:
$38.33 - $56.95
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
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