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Job Summary

Lead Surgical Technologist – Thoracic Surgery

40 Hours | Rotating Shifts

Eligible for a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Join the world-renowned team at Brigham and Women's Hospital, where innovation, teamwork, and exceptional patient care come together. As a Lead Surgical Technologist – Thoracic Surgery, you will play a vital leadership role in one of the nation's premier academic medical centers, supporting complex surgical procedures while mentoring colleagues and ensuring excellence in patient care.

What You'll Do

As a Lead Surgical Technologist, you will be an essential member of the perioperative team, working under the direction of the surgeon and in collaboration with nurses and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals. Reporting to the Operating Room Nurse Manager, you will provide expert clinical support while serving as a leader and resource within the Thoracic Surgery service.

Key responsibilities include:

Preparing operating rooms for a wide range of thoracic surgical procedures.
Anticipating the needs of the surgical team by selecting and organizing specialized instruments, equipment, and supplies.
Managing and coordinating surgical equipment throughout procedures to ensure efficiency and patient safety.
Serving as a clinical expert and mentor for Surgical Technologists within the Thoracic service.
Collaborating closely with Central Processing, Materials Management, Clinical Support, Education, and Nursing Leadership to ensure seamless surgical operations.
Promoting the highest standards of sterile technique, patient safety, and quality outcomes.
Supporting a collaborative, team-focused environment dedicated to delivering exceptional care.


Why Join Brigham and Women's Hospital?

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible candidates

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
Magnet®-recognized nursing excellence
Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
Tuition reimbursement
Hospital-funded pension and 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Generous paid time off
50% subsidized MBTA pass

Employee discounts on entertainment, sporting events, museums, ski resorts, and more

If you are an experienced Surgical Technologist with a passion for leadership, collaboration, and delivering exceptional patient care, we invite you to join our nationally recognized surgical team and make a difference every day.

 

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Licensure & Certification

• Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification required.

Experience

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist required.

• Thoracic surgery experience required.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity surgical environment.

• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills with a commitment to exceptional patient care.

• Leadership experience or the ability to serve as a clinical resource and mentor is highly desirable.

 

 

Onsite

 

75 Francis Street

 

40

 

Regular

 

Rotating (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$38.30 - $56.59/Hourly

 

Grade

6

 

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