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 Tech Certified - Franklin Surgery Center

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (13 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (13 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities We are actively hiring for a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)....

Travel Surgical Tech (777712)

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Travel - Surgical Tech Weekly Gross Pay: $1044.6 - $1244.6 Location: Berkeley Heights, NJ, United States Start date: 05-05-2025 Assignment length: 8 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 -...

Certified Surg Tech Travel Job

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Setting: Hospital Jackson HealthPros is seeking an experienced Certified Surgical Technologist to expertly assist physicians and nurses in the operating room during surgical procedures, ensuring the...

Certified Surgical Tech

  • Bayonne, NJ (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bayonne, NJ (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology; certification preferred. LICENSURE/QUALIFICATIONS: Completes CPR Certification as per hospital policy. Certification through AST preferred....

Surgical Tech

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

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

PD OR Technician, Operating Room

  • Elizabeth, NJ (15 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (15 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

surgical technologist credential administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or its successor, or other nationally recognized credentialing organization; (c) have...

Surgical Technologist Per Diem Orthopedic Surgery - LOH

  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Demonstrates an ability to maintain efficiency in Operating Room on days of high activity; cleans rooms and equipment quickly to ensure a smooth flow and adherence to Operating Room schedule....

Certified Surgical Technologist - Part Time - 7-5pm - MMC - Same Day

  • Morristown, NJ (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

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

Operating Room Assistant

  • Freehold, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Operating Room Assistant (ORA) functions as a member of the Perioperative Service team under the direct supervision of a RN....

Surgical Technologist

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Function as a preceptor for operating room staff and students in the scrub role. Transport patients to and from the operating room....

Travel Surgical Tech

  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Travel Surgical Techs to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals. About Us At KPG Healthcare, our goal is to make the highest quality and most...

Surgical Assistant, Per Diem (MD/DO)

  • Edison, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 16 days ago

Perform perioperative care inclusive of but not limited to pre operative evaluation of the patient in the holding room, updating of History and Physical, facilitation of on time start, prep and draping...

Certified Surgical Technician

  • Montclair, NJ (22 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ (22 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

technology Surgical Technician Certification Meet the NJ requirements under the Surgical Technologist law to be considered for this opportunity Preferred Job Requirements: 1 year surgical scrub experience...

Surgical Technician

  • East Orange, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 24 days ago
  • East Orange, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 24 days ago

Must be certified by the NBSTSA - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or AST - Association of Surgical Technologists Surgical technologists who were already working as surgical...

Same Day Surgery Technician

  • East Orange, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 24 days ago
  • East Orange, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 24 days ago

The nursing assistant performs nursing procedures and patient care tasks. Essential Functions Assist the nurse and physicians in examination and treatment of patients Obtain vital signs routinely...

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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...
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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
21.4%
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 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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