Surgical Tech Labor and Delivery -MGH

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and 403(b) match

50% MBTA pass discount

Childcare resources

Job summary

Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston is seeking a full-time Surgical Tech for the Labor and Delivery unit. The role involves assisting in operating room setup, patient positioning, instrument passing, and sponge/needle counts, under supervision.

Onsite position at 273 Charles Street with a 36-hour work week and rotating shifts. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered; current MGB Surgical Techs are not eligible. Commitment to sterile technique and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required; experience not substituting degree.
• CSFA/CST certifications preferred; NBSTSA credentials encouraged.
• Experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care setting required 2–3 years, 4+ years preferred with leadership experience.
• Knowledge, skills and abilities include SPD sterile room knowledge, multitasking in fast-paced clinical settings, and medical terminology familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and prepares the operating room and equipment.
• Assists in patient positioning and draping for surgery.
• Passes instruments to surgeons and maintains counts of sponges, needles, and supplies.
• Participates as part of the Patient Care Team and supports OR workflow.
• Adheres to all policies, standards, and safety procedures.

Skills

Sterile technique

Multitasking

Medical terminology

Team collaboration

Operating room support

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CSFA (NBSTSA)

CST (NBSTSA)

Medical Technician NH License

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Full Time Surgical Tech Position Open in Labor and Delivery

*** $10,000 Sign-On Bonus *** (Current MGB Surgical Techs NOT Eligible)

Reasons to Choose Mass General Hospital

• Competitive salary and great benefits, including pension and 403(b) match
• MGH is the #1 hospital in New England based on U.S. News Best Hospitals for 2025-2026
• Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
• Resources for childcare and emergency backup care
• Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan.
• Discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events

Under supervision, assists in operations. May help set up the operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.

Essential Functions

• Participates in time-out procedures.
• Attainment of extra supplies and equipment as needed.
• Sets up equipment independently.
• Participates as an active member of the Patient Care Team.
• Monitor and continually assess operating room conditions, including patient and surgical team needs.
• Prepare patients for surgery, including positioning on the operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
• Knowledge of SPD Sterile Room.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Certified Surgical First Assistant [CSFA (NBSTSA)] - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred Certified Surgical Technologist [CST] - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred Medical Technician [New Hampshire License] - New Hampshire Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy preferred

Experience

Experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care setting 2-3 years required and Four (4) years experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care setting; committee and leadership experience 3-5 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of SPD Sterile Room.
• Ability to multitask, can work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Advanced knowledge of sterile processing procedures and policies.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and departmental supply items is required.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

273 Charles Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$35.00 - $50.25/Hourly

Grade

5At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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