Lead Neuro Surgical Technologist OR Leader and Mentor

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work

Savings and retirement resources

Education support

Additional benefits

Job summary

HCA Healthcare seeks a Lead Certified Surgical Technologist in Austin to lead the OR team, organize suites and equipment, and support surgeons through complex procedures. The role emphasizes mentorship, adherence to infection prevention standards, and high-level teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include guiding technologists, ensuring sterile technique, and maintaining safety and quality across inpatient and outpatient surgeries, with opportunities for leadership development

Qualifications

• One year CST experience with competency in multiple inpatient and outpatient surgical specialties.
• One year CST experience in Neuro cases.
• Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification per policy.

Responsibilities

• Leading surgical preparation by organizing suites, equipment, and instruments to ensure readiness for every procedure
• Scrubbing in and supporting surgeons through complex cardiac surgeries, anticipating needs and maintaining a safe, sterile environment
• Guiding and mentoring surgical technologists, serving as a role model while training new team members and reinforcing best practices
• Overseeing quality and safety by managing counts, handling specimens, and ensuring compliance with infection prevention standards
• Driving teamwork and efficiency through effective communication, rapid problem-solving, and support for on‑call and emergency cases

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Surgical preparation

Surgical scrubbing

Infection control

Education

Accredited Surgical Technologist program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

HCA Healthcare seeks a Lead Certified Surgical Technologist in Austin to lead the OR team, organize suites and equipment, and support surgeons through complex procedures. The role emphasizes mentorship, adherence to infection prevention standards, and high-level teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include guiding technologists, ensuring sterile technique, and maintaining safety and quality across inpatient and outpatient surgeries, with opportunities for leadership development