Boston Children's Hospital

Per Diem Surgical Technologist - Waltham Operating Room

Boston Children's Hospital  •  $40.18/hr  •  Waltham, MA (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Status

Part-Time

Standard Hours per Week

1

Job Posting Category

Nursing Support

Job Posting Description

Department Summary
We are seeking a per diem Surgical Technologist to join the team in our Pediatric Operating Room in Waltham.

As a Surgical Technologist in our pediatric surgical facility, you will play a vital role in supporting safe, efficient, and compassionate surgical care to supporting the unique needs of children and families. Working closely with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and the perioperative team, you will help prepare the operating room, maintain a sterile environment, and ensure procedures run smoothly for patients and families. This position requires strong technical skill, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, family-centered setting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Apply knowledge of pediatric surgical procedures, instrumentation, sterile technique, infection prevention, and patient safety practices to support safe, high-quality surgical care.
  • Collaborate effectively with surgeons, nurses, and the perioperative team while maintaining strong communication in a fast-paced surgical environment.
  • Demonstrate excellent attention to detail, organization, and the ability to remain calm and focused during high-pressure situations.
  • Support a family-centered approach to care by providing compassionate, patient-focused service to pediatric patients and their families.
  • Prepare and organize the operating room for pediatric surgical procedures
  • Maintain sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment
  • Pass instruments and supplies during surgery
  • Perform sponge, sharps, and instrument counts according to policy
  • Remove contaminated items and restock supplies after procedures
  • Collaborate with the perioperative team to support safe, high-quality patient care
  • Scheduling flexibility

Minimum Qualifications
Experience

  • 2 years of Surgical Technologist experience required
  • Pediatric surgical experience required

Licensure / Certification

  • Certificate from an accredited Surgical Technologist program required, or equivalent experience

Office/Site Location

Waltham

Regular, Temporary, Per Diem

Per Diem

Remote Eligibility

Onsite Only

Pay Range

$25.11-$40.18 Hourly

Boston Children's Hospital

About Boston Children's Hospital

Boston Children's Hospital is a 404-bed comprehensive center for pediatric health care. As one of the largest pediatric medical centers in the United States, Boston Children's offers a complete range of health care services for children from birth through 21 years of age. (Our services can begin interventions at 15 weeks gestation and in some situations we also treat adults.)

We have approximately 25,000 inpatient admissions each year and our 200+ specialized clinical programs schedule 557,000 visits annually. Last year, the hospital performed more than 26,500 surgical procedures and 214,000 radiological examinations.

Our team of physicians and nurses has been recognized by a number of independent organizations for overall excellence, and we're proud to share some notable examples with you here.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Boston, MA
Year Founded
1869
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