Surgical Technician Jobs in Albuquerque, NM

A Surgical Technician, also known as a Scrub Technician or Operating Room Technician, plays a critical role in the medical field. They primarily assist in surgical operations under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. Their duties include preparing the operating room, arranging equipment, and assisting doctors during surgeries. They are also responsible for maintaining a sterile environment to prevent the risk of infection. In addition to these, they often help in transporting patients and preparing them for surgery.

For this position, essential skills include attention to detail, physical stamina, technical skills, and excellent interpersonal skills. They should also have the ability to work under pressure since surgeries can often be immediate and unpredictable. Most Surgical Technicians hold a postsecondary nondegree award or an associate's degree from an accredited surgical technologist program. Moreover, they often hold a certification such as Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C), which are nationally recognized certifications in the field. Before becoming a Surgical Technician, an individual might have been a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant, or even a Phlebotomist, as these roles provide relevant experience in patient care and medical procedures.

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Surgical Tech - Operating Room

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 16 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 16 days ago

Surgical Tech - Requirements : HS Diploma or GED plus short-term training in operating room setting or graduate of surgical technician certification from an accredited school or training program required...

Surgical Tech / Scrub Tech

  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 8 days ago

Surgical Tech - Requirements : HS Diploma or GED plus short-term training in operating room setting or graduate of surgical technician certification from an accredited school or training program required...

Surgical Tech - Labor and Delivery (RMC)

  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 16 days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 16 days ago

Qualifications: Education: HS Diploma or GED plus short-term training in operating room setting or graduate of surgical technician certification from an accredited school or training program required...

Or Tech

  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 3 days ago

Education: Essential: * High School or GED Equivalent Nonessential: * Program Graduate Education specialization: Nonessential: * Surgical Technician Experience: Essential: No minimum experience required...

Certified Or Tech

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago

Department: Operating Room - BBRP FTE: 0.05 Casual Pool (as needed) Shift: Days Position Summary: Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the Surgical Tech contributes to the companys mission and...

Surgical Tech OR

  • Los Rnchs Abq, NM (4 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Rnchs Abq, NM (4 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 7 days ago

Join our team as a variable shift, full-time, Surgical Technician OR in Albuquerque, NM. Why Join Us?...

Surgical Technologist

  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 22 days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 22 days ago

$38.37 Per Hour Position range in Albuquerque MSA $21.75 - $30.39 Per hour Surgical Technologist (Not Available) Occupation: Surgical Technologists Location: Rio Rancho, NM - 87124 Positions...

Travel Surgical Technologist - Cardiovascular OR $1836/wk

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Take the next step in your healthcare career and join Nomad Health as a travel surgical technician or travel first assistant....

Travel Surgical Technologist - Surgical Tech $1600/wk

  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 30+ days ago

Take the next step in your healthcare career and join Nomad Health as a travel surgical technician or travel first assistant....

Certified Surgical Technician

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Graduation from a school of Surgical Technology preferred. * *Certification / License: *BLS certification required prior to end of probationary period....

Travel Surgical Technologist - $1,786 per week

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Schedule: 12-Week Contract Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist to assist in surgical procedures in a large, fast-paced Operating Room environment....

Surg Tech - Cardiovascular OR

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications HS Diploma or GED plus short-term training in operating room setting or graduate of surgical technician certification from an accredited school or training program required....

Travel Surgical Tech (791632)

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Travel - Surgical Tech Location: Albuquerque, NM, United States Start date: 07-07-2025 Assignment length: 13 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 - previous travel experience is not required...

Surgical Tech

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago

Room Technician, also sometimes called Surgical Technologists, you are an important part of the operating room team....

Surgery Surgical Technologist Full Time

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago

Knows operating room instrumentation. Organized in setting up operating room instrument tray. Understands operation of steam/ gravity sterilizer. Understands Sterrad sterilizers....

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Salary for Surgical Technician Jobs in Albuquerque, NM

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Highest Education Level

Surgical Technicians in Albuquerque, NM offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.2%
Bachelor's Degree
21.5%
High School or GED
17.5%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Surgical Technicians in Albuquerque, NM
Less than 1 year
39.6%
1-2 years
37.4%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
5.2%


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