Lead Surgical Technologist — OR Leadership & Precision

Corpus Christi Medical Center; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Education partnership with Galen

Job summary

Corpus Christi Medical Center is seeking a Lead Surgical Technologist to guide the OR team, ensure sterile technique, and support safe, advanced surgical care. You will work with a seasoned surgical team and leverage leadership development resources to advance patient outcomes.

This role emphasizes teamwork, precise instrument handling, and collaboration with surgeons to optimize perioperative care and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Surgical Technology program or military equivalent training.
• Certification in Surgical Technology.
• Current BCLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• At least 2 years of Surgical Technologist experience.
• High School Graduate or GED.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate aseptic technique and maintain a sterile field.
• Prepare for surgery by gathering supplies and instruments.
• Identify surgical instruments and their applications.
• Utilize anatomy/physiology knowledge to assist procedures.
• Maintain sterile field and prevent fires with electrocautery and related devices.
• Set up for procedures and count supplies to prevent retained objects.
• Assist surgeon during procedures with appropriate knowledge.
• Differentiate sutures and their applications.
• Close surgical sites under physician supervision.
• Demonstrate teamwork in perioperative patient care.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Team leadership

Operating room coordination

Education

Surgical Technology program

Military training equivalent

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Corpus Christi Medical Center is seeking a Lead Surgical Technologist to guide the OR team, ensure sterile technique, and support safe, advanced surgical care. You will work with a seasoned surgical team and leverage leadership development resources to advance patient outcomes.

This role emphasizes teamwork, precise instrument handling, and collaboration with surgeons to optimize perioperative care and patient safety.