Specialty Lead Surgery Technician

At TriHealth, Specialty Lead Surgery Technicians play a vital role in delivering exceptional, patient‑centered surgical care by combining advanced technical skill with strong team leadership. You’ll work in an award‑winning health system that prioritizes collaboration, continuous learning, and a safe, supportive environment where your expertise is trusted and your contributions truly matter. TriHealth empowers you with leading‑edge technology, robust professional development opportunities, and a culture built on respect and excellence—so you can make a meaningful impact every day for patients, colleagues, and the future of surgical services.

Location: Good Samaritan Hospital 375 Dixmyth Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220

Schedule: 3 12 hour shifts

Incentives & Benefits: 

We offer competitive shift differentials, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement.

*PRN positions not eligible for TriHealth benefits

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Minimum Job Requirements:

• Technical or Occupational - Certificate Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program in Surgical Technology  (Required) 
• Other Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree (Preferred)
• 2 - 3 years in a related field, including central sterile supply (Required)
• Certification in Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology Required
  
  Job Overview:

This position is responsible for organizing and coordinating the daily operational activities of the surgical specialty which includes scheduling of procedures, procurement of supplies and equipment, training of staff, communication of requirements to appropriate parties, and monitoring of patient care activities in the operating room. This position also works in concert with all members of the OR team including surgeons, anesthesia providers, staff and management to provide a seamless efficient daily work flow for the patient. As well as demonstrate effective utilization of resources and facilities as well functions as a role model to promote team cohesiveness in the O.R. This position will demonstrate above average competencies in the scrub for their specialty.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coaches and supports the development of staff working in concert with other Specialty Coordinators, Perioperative Educator and Perioperative Management. 
• Assists with coordination of both capital and routine service line expenditures and new activities or special projects require only general instruction. 
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon and the surgery team; coordinates plan of care with anesthesia and surgeon and surgery team. 
• Accesses future schedules and coordinates with physicians and sales reps. for supplies, instrumentation and equipment needs. 
• Identifies/seeks experience that meets your learning needs and/or needs of the unit. Maintains knowledge by self study, workshops, in-service and specialty certification  
• Supports and implements the patient care delivery system for specialty areas.

Working Conditions:

Climbing - Rarely 

Concentrating - Consistently 

Continuous Learning - Consistently 

Hearing: Conversation - Frequently 

Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently 

Interpersonal Communication - Consistently 

Kneeling - Rarely 

Lifting <10 Lbs. - Consistently 

Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely 

Lifting <50 Lbs. - Occasionally 

Pulling - Occasionally 

Pushing - Occasionally 

Reaching - Consistently 

Reading - Consistently 

Sitting - Occasionally 

Standing - Frequently 

Stooping - Occasionally 

Talking - Frequently 

Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently 

Use of Hands - Frequently 

Color Vision - Frequently 

Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently 

Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently 

Walking - Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:

Serve: ALWAYS…

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"

• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist

• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS…

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met

• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)

• Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect: ALWAYS…

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.

• Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.

• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS…

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.

• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.

• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS…

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.

• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community