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Lead Surgical Technologist Thoracic Surgery

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

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Licensure & Certification

• Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification required.

Experience

• Minimum of 35 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.

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

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 View phone number on click.appcast.io.