Surgical Technician Jobs in Edison, NJ

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 Technician Perioperative - Hopewell - FT - Day

  • Pennington, NJ (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Pennington, NJ (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Prepares the operating room by opening sterile supplies, instruments and sutures based on scheduled procedure and surgeon preference card....

Surgical Technologist (CST) - OR General Surgery

  • Newark, NJ (19 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (19 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

Qualifications Minimum Requirements Education Completion of a CAAHEP-accredited surgical technician program Licensure, Certification, Registration Must be certified through the National Board of Surgical...

Surgical Technologist II - Main OR - Per Diem - Plainsboro, NJ NEW

  • Plainsboro, NJ (16 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Plainsboro, NJ (16 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

Diploma/GED (Required) Education Specialization: Equivalent Experience: Five (5) or more years of Operating Room experience We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for...

Operating Room Assistant - Perioperative - HPW - FT - Day

  • Pennington, NJ (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Pennington, NJ (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Assists with operating room turnover and maintains cleanliness of the perioperative areas (i.e. mops floor, removes linens and trash). Assures room is ready for next case....

Certified Surgical Technologist - FT - Same Day - Morristown

  • Morristown, NJ (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Assists in draping of patient and operative area according to need. 4....

Certified Surgical Technologist Float - Ambulatory Surgery Center - Plainsboro, NJ

  • Plainsboro, NJ (16 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainsboro, NJ (16 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Credentials: + Certified Surgical Technologist (Required) + Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required) Education or Equivalent Experience: + H.S....

Surgical Technologist II - Main OR - Per Diem - Plainsboro, NJ

  • Plainsboro, NJ (16 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainsboro, NJ (16 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Diploma/GED (Required) + Education Specialization:Equivalent Experience:Five (5) or more years of Operating Room experience We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for...

Surgical Technologist II - Operating Room - Plainsboro, NJ

  • Plainsboro, NJ (16 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainsboro, NJ (16 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Diploma/GED (Required) + Education Specialization:Equivalent Experience:Five (5) or more years of Operating Room experience We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for...

Surgical Technician

  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Surgical Technician Location: Jersey City Medical Center Department: JCMC ASC 1 Req#: ......

OR Tech

  • Staten Island, NY (17 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (17 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

High School Diploma required Completed Surgical Technology Program from Accredited School/ Program.- 2-4 years of experience in the Operating Room, preferably with orthopedic, less invasive general...

Surgical Technologist

  • Newark, NJ (19 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (19 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Know Your Rights: Responsibilities The Operating Room Tech is responsible for the preparation of sterile supplies and instruments for each assigned procedure, maintaining sterile field during case and...

Certified Surgical Technologist - FT - Days - Summit NJ

  • Summit, NJ (13 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Summit, NJ (13 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Assists in draping of patient and operative area according to need. 4....

Certified Surgical Technologist Float Pool (Full Time, Days)

  • Plainsboro, NJ (16 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Plainsboro, NJ (16 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Diploma/GED (Required) + High school graduate - required + Other (Required) + High school graduate - required1 year Operating Room experience - preferred We believe that the best care for our patients...

OR Technician, Operating Room

  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

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Travel Surgical Tech

  • Livingston, NJ (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Livingston, NJ (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Travel Surgical Techs to fill Travel and Local Contract opportunities throughout our network of hospitals. About Us KPG Healthcare is a Staffing Firm that...

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Surgical Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Surgical Leadership
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Safe Surgical Care: Strategies During a Pandemic
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Orthopedics Surgical Technology
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Salary for Surgical Technician Jobs in Edison, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Surgical Technicians in Edison, NJ offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.3%
Bachelor's Degree
21.5%
High School or GED
17.6%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.9%
Some High School
0.4%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Surgical Technicians in Edison, NJ
Less than 1 year
39.6%
1-2 years
37.4%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
5.2%

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