Surgical Technician Jobs in Pasadena, TX

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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CVOR Certified Surgical Technologist

  • Memorial Hermann Health System
  • Bellaire, TX (15 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Bellaire, TX (15 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 14 days ago

Technology & Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Experience / Knowledge / Skills: New Grad Principal Accountabilities Demonstrates knowledge and practice of...

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Surgical Tech PRN

  • HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland
  • Pearland, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 26 days ago
  • Pearland, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 26 days ago

What Qualifications You Will Need: * Graduate of a Surgical Technology program or military equivalent training in the Surgical Technologist role is required. * Certification in Surgical Technology *...

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Surgical Technologist I - CVOR

  • Texas Children's Hospital
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 6 hours ago

Prepares and assists with the preparation of the CV operating room according to the needs and age appropriateness of the patient and the surgical procedure as evidenced by the following, but not limited...

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Surgical Technologist

  • The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 20 hours ago

Surgical Technologist By the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)....

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CVOR Surgical Technologist in Texas

  • KA Recruiting Inc.
  • Bellaire, TX (15 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bellaire, TX (15 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 2 days ago

REF Surg Tech, Surgical Technologist, Surgical Tech, CST, Certified Surgical Tech, Certified Surgical Technologist, Surgical Technologist, Certified Surg Tech, CVOR, CVOR Surgical Tech, CVOR Surgical...

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Surgical Tech OB

  • HCA Healthcare
  • Kingwood, TX (21 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kingwood, TX (21 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 2 days ago

What qualifications you will need: Graduate of a Surgical Technology for Surgical Technologist role is required. Certification in Surgical Technology....

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Pedi CVOR Certified Surgical Technologist

  • Memorial Hermann Health System
  • West University Place, TX (12 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • West University Place, TX (12 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Technology & Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Experience / Knowledge / Skills: New Grad Principal Accountabilities Demonstrates knowledge and practice of...

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Experienced Surgical Technologist

  • University of Texas M.D. Anderson
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Surgical Technologist By the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)....

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L&D Certified Surgical Tech

  • Memorial Hermann Health System
  • Bellaire, TX (15 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bellaire, TX (15 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary Certified Surgical Technologist, L&D, Days *Part time; 7am-7pm (2 shifts/ week, days varied including weekends/ holidays) *CST preferred but will consider grandfathered techs *BLS required...

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Surgery Center Surgical Technologist Per Diem

  • Panoramic Health
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 5 days ago

NCCT or AST certification preferred; Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) designation preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required....

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L&D Certified Surgical Tech

  • Memorial Hermann
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary Certified Surgical Technologist, L&D, Days *Part time; 7am-7pm (2 shifts/ week, days varied including weekends/ holidays) *CST preferred but will consider grandfathered techs *BLS required...

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Certified Surgical Technologist Full Time

  • UnitedSurgical
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Certified Surgical Technologist/Scrub Tech at Houston Physicians Hospital The Surgical Technologist scrubs for surgical procedures and demonstrates competence while functioning as a member of the surgical...

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Certified New Grad Surgical Technologist, General/ Neuro OR

  • Memorial Hermann Health System
  • Pasadena, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications Education: Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program Licenses/Certifications: Certified in Basic Life Support and Certification as a Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical...

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Certified New Grad Surgical Technologist, General/ Neuro OR

  • Memorial Hermann
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications Education: Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program Licenses/Certifications: Certified in Basic Life Support and Certification as a Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical...

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Sr Surgical Technologist

  • Houston Methodist
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from Pasadena, TX)
  • 5 days ago

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Prepares the operating room, equipment and supplies for the next patient....

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Salary for Surgical Technician Jobs in Pasadena, TX

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Highest Education Level

Surgical Technicians in Pasadena, TX offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.2%
Bachelor's Degree
21.6%
High School or GED
17.2%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Some College
2.0%
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 Pasadena, TX
Less than 1 year
39.6%
1-2 years
37.4%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
5.2%


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