Surgical Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Local Allied-Surgical Tech, CVOR

  • Erie, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 10 days ago

Work Environment: Work in hospitals or specialized cardiovascular operating rooms equipped with advanced surgical technology....

Travel Allied-Surgical Tech, CVOR

  • Williamsport, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Williamsport, PA
  • 45+ days ago

Work Environment: Work in hospitals or specialized cardiovascular operating rooms equipped with advanced surgical technology....

Follows policy for medication and specimen handling. (20%) Assists with preparing, positioning and draping patients and participates in the surgical pause to assure correct patient and surgical site...

Surgical Technologist I - Full Time - Daylight - Canonsburg

  • Canonsburg, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Canonsburg, PA
  • 1 hour ago

Follows policy for medication and specimen handling. (20%) Assists with preparing, positioning and draping patients and participates in the surgical pause to assure correct patient and surgical site...

Surgical Tech - Labor & Delivery

  • Phoenixville, PA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Phoenixville, PA
  • 4 hours ago

The Surgical Technician is responsible for the provision of surgical care to meet identified patient outcomes, and to achieve the goals of the facility as directed by the Registered Nurse....

Certified Surgical Technologist

  • Bala Cynwyd, PA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bala Cynwyd, PA
  • 5 hours ago

Our esteemed client in Bala-Cynwyd is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist. This company is a leader is the aesthetic industry....

Surgical Technologist - Lewisburg - Days

  • Lewisburg, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Lewisburg, PA
  • 11 hours ago

Preferred **Licenses:** + Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and + Certified Surgical Technologist Upon Hire Required or + Tech in Surgery - Certified Upon Hire Required or + Licensed Practical Nurse...

Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - Certified Surgical Technologist/CST

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

American Traveler has an immediate opening for a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) job in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. travelers who work with us receive a highly competitive pay and benefits package...

Required Licenses: Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and Certified Surgical Technologist Upon Hire Required or Licensed Practical Nurse Upon Hire Required or Licensed Practical Nurse Multi State...

Surgical Tech Certified

  • Washington, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, PA
  • 1 day ago

We value Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging at SCA Health. SCA Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without...

Surgical Tech

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago

Surgical Technologist (CST) or equivalent certification Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: Surgical Technologists facilitate the safe and effective execution...

Surgical Technologist, Int

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago

May transport patients to the operating room, help position them on the operating table, and cover them with sterile surgical drapes....

OR Tech - CVOR

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago

Description: As a CVOR Tech, you'll be an important part of the cardiovascular operating room team....

Surgical Technologist

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 2 days ago

Requirements 18 months of experience as a Surgical Technologist in an acute care setting High School Diploma or Completion of accredited Operating Room Technologist course or equivalent training BLS...

Tech - OR Tech

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 2 days ago

Room Tech (ORT) Management / RN Radiation Therapist Medical Surgical (Med Surg) / RN Respiratory Therapist Motherbaby / RN Sterile Processing Tech New Grad / RN RDMS / Ultrasound Tech NICU (Neonatal...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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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
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Salary for Surgical Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

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


Highest Education Level

Surgical Technicians in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
Less than 1 year
39.6%
1-2 years
37.4%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
5.2%


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