Lead Surgical Technologist – OR Operations & Team Leader

UMC Health System; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

UMC Health System seeks a Supervisor of Surgical Technicians to direct instrumentation, sterilization, and OR supplies in our operating rooms. This role leads Surgical Technicians, manages staffing, coaching, and engagement, and supports pre- and post-op activities, instrument testing, and scrub procedures to ensure safe, efficient patient care.

Strong leadership and communication with surgeons and OR staff are essential.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience managing people and/or processes in a hospital setting.
• Graduate surgical technologist program completed.
• BLS certification obtained or within 30 days of hire.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Direct and assign daily activities of surgical technicians in the OR.
• Lead staffing, performance management, coaching, and engagement.
• Assist with pre and post op room support and instrument testing.
• Ensure adequate staff coverage on each shift.
• Assist RN in the operating room and scrub procedures as directed.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Management

Communication

Clinical standards

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program

Job description

UMC Health System seeks a Supervisor of Surgical Technicians to direct instrumentation, sterilization, and OR supplies in our operating rooms. This role leads Surgical Technicians, manages staffing, coaching, and engagement, and supports pre- and post-op activities, instrument testing, and scrub procedures to ensure safe, efficient patient care.

Strong leadership and communication with surgeons and OR staff are essential.