Supervisor Surgical Technicians - FT

UMC Health System

3d

About The Position

The Supervisor, Surgical Technicians directs and performs activities related to instrumentation, sterilization, and supplies used for patient care in the operating room. The role provides leadership to Surgical Technicians, supports operating room staff and activities before and after procedures, and helps ensure adequate staffing coverage. It works closely with OR Materials Management, the Instrument Room, OR Staff Development, nursing units, the Sterile Processing Department, and assigned hospital committees.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program.
• Two or more years of leadership experience leading people and/or processes; hospital experience is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; must obtain it within 30 days of hire.
• Hold one of the following certifications: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) administered by NBSTSA, Certified TS-C, or CSA.
• Knowledge of clinical standards and practices of surgical technology.
• Good listening skills to comprehend and quickly respond to the needs of the surgeon and surgical team.
• High responsiveness to changing schedules and priorities throughout the day.
• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Near visual acuity to work with documentation, instrument gauges, dials, and equipment indicators.
• Effective communication with physicians and operating room staff.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership experience in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the RN in the operating room as directed.
• Lead Surgical Technicians in staffing, performance management, coaching, corrective actions, and employee engagement.
• Provide pre- and post-operative room support, which may include cleaning, testing equipment, scrub procedures, and assisting clinical staff inside the operating room.
• Ensure adequate staff coverage on each shift.
• Perform other assigned duties related to surgical technologist roles and responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED