Lead Surgical Tech — OR Team Leader (Cardiac)

HCA Florida West Marion Hospital; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) match

Education support

Fertility assistance

Life insurance

Job summary

HCA Florida West Marion Hospital in Ocala, FL is seeking a Lead Surgical Technologist to lead the OR team, scrub for procedures, and mentor newer staff in best practices, helping ensure efficient, safe surgeries and positive patient outcomes.

This role drives preparation, supports complex cardiac cases, oversees counts and infection prevention, and champions teamwork, communication, and continual improvement within our mission of compassionate, high-quality care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Vocational training program in Surgical Technology required.
• Current certification as a Surgical Technologist preferred.
• BLS Certification required.
• 1 year of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Leading surgical preparation by organizing suites, equipment, and instruments for procedures.
• Scrubbing in and supporting surgeons through complex surgeries, maintaining a sterile environment.
• Guiding and mentoring surgical technologists and training new team members.
• Overseeing quality and safety by managing counts, handling specimens, and infection prevention compliance.
• Driving teamwork and efficiency through effective communication and support for on-call and emergency cases.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Scrubbing in

Surgical assistance

Communication

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Surgical Technology Vocational Training

Certified Surgical Technologist

BLS Certification

Job description

HCA Florida West Marion Hospital in Ocala, FL is seeking a Lead Surgical Technologist to lead the OR team, scrub for procedures, and mentor newer staff in best practices, helping ensure efficient, safe surgeries and positive patient outcomes.

This role drives preparation, supports complex cardiac cases, oversees counts and infection prevention, and champions teamwork, communication, and continual improvement within our mission of compassionate, high-quality care.