Team Lead Neurosurgery OR CST

2 months ago


Ithaca, United States Cayuga Health System Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs. 


This position supervises and coordinates activities of personnel in the operating room. Ensures adherence to procedure and schedule. The CST/LPN Team Lead supervises the procurement and maintenance of equipment and supplies, staffing and training of employees, and budgeting.

Under minimum supervision, assists the Manager of Surgical Services by preparing, maintaining and anticipating instrument and procedural needs for all surgical procedures. The lead surgical technologist will assist in the orientation and continuing education of all technical staff in the perioperative area by assisting with the implementation of all policies and procedures of the facility.


Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Maintains standards of care for the operative patient following AORN standards/recommendations.
  • Maintains standards of care for the operative patient following AORN standards/recommendations.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and ability to apply proper handling of supplies and equipment necessary for a surgical procedure.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and ability to apply proper handling of supplies and equipment necessary for a surgical procedure.
  • Demonstrates universal precautions and infection control techniques in daily patient care activities and uses proper lifting techniques.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • Graduate of accredited surgical technology program & eligible for certification.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

  • 1-3 years' experience preferred, not required
  • Certification: NBSTSA or NCCT


Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Requires ability to lift >25lbs and assist with patient positioning/transfers and able to lift 50 pounds or more.

Location and Travel Requirements:

  • Onsite

Compensation Disclosure:

  • $32 to $42 per hour

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.


We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.


If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@cayugahealth.org.



I certify that the information contained in this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or omission of information may disqualify me from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination. In consideration for my employment, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the company, which rules may be changed, withdrawn, added, or interpreted at any time, at the company's sole option and without prior notice to me.

I understand that any hiring decision is contingent upon my successful completion of all of the Company's lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks, which may include a background check, drug screen, employment references, and licensing review. If I am made a conditional offer of employment, I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks. Such checks will not be conducted until allowed under applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand if I have a criminal background, it will not automatically disqualify me from employment unless otherwise required by law. I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment checks.

I also understand that the Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has a drug and alcohol testing program consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand that after a conditional offer of employment, I must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.



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