Surgical Technician Jobs in District of Columbia

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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Travel Surg Tech in Washington, WA

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

Travel - Surgical Tech Location: Washington, DC, United States Start date: 05-27-2025 Assignment length: 12 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 - previous travel experience is not required...

Surgical Technician (Washington DC) - $50/hour

  • Washington, DC
  • 8 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 8 days ago

Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington DC is hiring for Surgical Technicians....

Sr Cardiac Surgical Assistant

  • Washington, DC
  • 12 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 12 days ago

Ensuring/maintaining a sterile field during surgical procedures by following AORN standards/protocols, e.g., providing proper prepping and draping....

Surgical Technologist, Multiple Shifts, Operating Room

  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago

Six (6) months of surgical technology experience or having performed at least 80 surgical procedures in the first scrub role as a surgical technology student....

Surgical Technologist PRN (Must have 2 yrs of Surgical Tech Experience

  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago

Prepare the Operating Room for surgical procedures; open supplies and equipment on the sterile field based on the surgical procedures and child's age....

Surgical Technician - Inpatient

  • Washington, DC
  • 21 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 21 days ago

certification as a Surgical Technician 1 plus years of experience working in the Operating Room Must have graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology Must have an active BLS certification...

Travel Surgical Tech - 889342

  • Washington, DC
  • 22 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 22 days ago

Surgical Tech Location: Washington, DC Start Date: 05/05/2025 Shift: 4x10 Days Setting: Hospital Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on this great opportunity! Join Anders Group,...

Surgical Technologist

  • Washington, DC
  • 27 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 27 days ago

CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) within four years of employment. This position has a hiring range of $27.068 - $44.459...

Surgical Technologist, Operating Room, Multiple Shifts

  • Washington, DC
  • 27 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 27 days ago

transport throughout the perioperative stay....

Surgical Technician

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

The surgical technician is responsible for his/her case clean up, for positioning patients, moving patients and room turnovers. To learn more visit or....

Surgical Tech

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

Completion of accredited program in Surgical Technology. 1-2 years O.R (Operating Room). experience as surgical technologist in an acute care operating room, which included the major surgical specialties...

Technician Surgical Tech

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking a Technician-Surgical Tech for a travel assignment in Washington District of Columbia.

Sr Tech - Operating Room

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

SR TECH - OPERATING ROOM WASHINGTON, Washington, DC Other Evening 289104 The George Washington University Hospital USD $31.72/Hr. USD $45.99/Hr....

Surgical Technologist I, Operating Room, Full Time, Days (weekends)

  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago

of 80 surgical procedures in the role of first scrub as a Surgical Technology student.Must be able to obtain Surgical Technologist certification within six (6) months of employment.BLS Certification...

Surgical Technologist II, Operating Room, Full Time, Days (weekends)

  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago

labels medications/solutions needed for the procedure; performing initial instrument, sharps and sponge counts with the circulator; assisting the team members with gowning and gloving; assisting with draping...

Demographic Data for District of Columbia

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Surgical Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Surgical Leadership
It used to be that surgeons rose within their organizations almost entirely on their technical skills. However, in todaysmore complex health care institutions, leadership, management and business...
Safe Surgical Care: Strategies During a Pandemic
This fully online course is intended to prepare surgical care providers to deliver surgical care during a pandemic, while protecting their patients, their colleagues, themselves and their families...
Orthopedics Surgical Technology
Welcome to this course in surgical technology designed for medical students interested in orthopedic surgery. This course will provide students with an in depth understanding of what they need to...

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Salary for Surgical Technician Jobs in District of Columbia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMedTechs research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Surgical Technicians in District of Columbia offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.3%
Bachelor's Degree
21.4%
High School or GED
17.6%
Master's Degree
3.9%
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 District of Columbia
Less than 1 year
39.6%
1-2 years
37.4%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
5.2%


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