Surgical Tech Lead - Advanced OR Team Leader

Methodist Healthcare System; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant in San Antonio, TX, is seeking a Certified Surgical Tech Lead to support the operating room team. You will prepare the surgical suite and assist during procedures, working with skilled colleagues to deliver safe patient care.

The role emphasizes sterile technique, instrument handling, patient safety, and collaboration across departments. Candidates with CST certification and 1+ year experience are preferred; some roles allow substitution for

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED required.
• Graduate of a surgical technologist program or hired prior to 9/1/2009 may substitute with 1 year hospital experience as a surgical technologist.
• 1+ years of Certified Surgical Tech experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain the surgical suite with instruments, supplies, and advanced equipment to ensure safe, seamless procedures.
• Assist with patient transport, positioning, prepping, and draping while prioritizing comfort, privacy, and safety.
• Scrub in and partner with the surgical team by providing instruments, handling specimens, and anticipating the team’s needs.
• Monitor patients and surgical equipment throughout procedures, responding promptly and effectively to any concerns.
• Uphold sterile technique, complete room turnover efficiently, and support a high-performing, collaborative team environment.

Skills

Sterile technique

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Surgical technologist program

Job description

Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant in San Antonio, TX, is seeking a Certified Surgical Tech Lead to support the operating room team. You will prepare the surgical suite and assist during procedures, working with skilled colleagues to deliver safe patient care.

The role emphasizes sterile technique, instrument handling, patient safety, and collaboration across departments. Candidates with CST certification and 1+ year experience are preferred; some roles allow substitution for