Lead Surgical Technologist - OR Prep & Support

Parkland Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Parkland Health in Dallas is seeking a Lead Surgical Technologist (Labor and Delivery, PRN) to prepare operating rooms, assist during complex surgeries, and maintain documentation to ensure compliance with OR standards and Parkland requirements.

The role requires year-round readiness, ability to work under pressure, strong aseptic technique, and effective communication with the surgical team and hospital staff. Certification and CPR are required, with ongoing training to stay current.

Qualifications

• Education in surgical technology from an accredited program.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA or successor).
• Current CPR certification from AHA/Red Cross or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assists the surgical team during routine and complex operative procedures by scrub role.
• Sets up and prepares rooms with instruments, sutures, supplies and equipment and cleans rooms or equipment as necessary.
• Communicates patient data accurately to co-workers and management to ensure safe patient care.
• Participates in multidisciplinary planning care and assists service specific needs.
• Maintains positive relationships with hospital staff and ensures OR activities meet needs.
• Identifies ways to improve work processes and patient satisfaction; implements results.
• Provides training and orientation to new employees and students as required.
• Stays updated on developments in Surgical Technology and maintains certification.

Skills

Operating room techniques

Aseptic technique

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited surgical technologist program

Surgical Technologist certification (NBSTSA)

Current CPR certification (AHA/Red Cross/Military)

Job description

Parkland Health in Dallas is seeking a Lead Surgical Technologist (Labor and Delivery, PRN) to prepare operating rooms, assist during complex surgeries, and maintain documentation to ensure compliance with OR standards and Parkland requirements.

The role requires year-round readiness, ability to work under pressure, strong aseptic technique, and effective communication with the surgical team and hospital staff. Certification and CPR are required, with ongoing training to stay current.