What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Surgical Technologist – Cardiac/Vascular (OR) position at Mass General Brigham and Careers?
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus Eligible
Boston, MA (Onsite)
Full-time | 40 hours | Rotating shift
$38.30 – $56.59/hour
About Us
At Mass General Brigham, we rely on a wide range of professionals—doctors, nurses, business experts, researchers, and more—to advance our mission of exceptional patient care, research and community service.
As a not-for-profit healthcare system, we are committed to innovation and excellence. Our high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries, and we invite you to be part of it.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Lead Surgical Technologist – Cardiac/Vascular to join our perioperative team.
In this role, you will work under the supervision of the surgeon and collaborate closely with nurses and multidisciplinary team members. You will serve as a key resource in the operating room while also supporting coordination, workflow efficiency and team leadership within your specialty.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and maintain operating room setup for surgical procedures
- Ensure proper setup of instruments, supplies and equipment while maintaining sterile conditions
- Monitor equipment and instrumentation during procedures and escalate issues as needed
- Support on-time OR starts and efficient turnovers
- Coordinate staff coverage for breaks and lunches when needed
- Serve as scrub staff as required to support operations
- Oversee case cart accuracy and review next-day cases for readiness
- Participate in daily huddles with CPD, vendors and surgical teams
– Collaborate with surgeons and leadership to maintain and update preference cards
– Support CPD initiatives to improve workflows and processes
– Ensure proper sterilization, inspection and functionality of instruments and equipment
– Maintain accurate inventory and documentation of surgical supplies
– Assist in training and mentoring surgical technologists
– Support instrument kit optimization initiatives
– Act as a resource for troubleshooting equipment and procedural challenges
– Assist surgeons within scope of practice
Qualifications
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Certifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) (required)
Experience
- 3–5 years of experience as a surgical technologist (required)
– Cardiac/vascular experience (required)
Compensation & Benefits
At Mass General Brigham, we recognize and reward the unique value each team member brings.
- Competitive hourly pay: $38.30 – $56.59/hour
- $10,000 sign-on bonus eligibility
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Career advancement opportunities
- Shift differentials, premiums and bonus opportunities
- Professional development and recognition programs
Final compensation is based on experience, skills, education and certifications.
Work Details
- Location: 75 Francis Street, Boston, MA
– Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week
– Shift: Rotating
– Employee Type: Regular
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply directly through the Mass General Brigham careers site or via this really posting.
EEO Statement
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.
Pay: $38.30 - $56.59 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- surgical technologist : 3 years (Required)
- Cardiac/Vascular: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $38 - $57