Surgical Technologist Jobs in Pontiac, MI

A Surgical Technologist, also known as a Surgical Tech or Operating Room Technician, is an integral part of the surgical team in the med tech industry. Their primary responsibility is to assist doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals during surgical procedures. Surgical Technologists prepare the operating room, ensuring all necessary equipment and surgical tools are sterilized and readily available. They also assist during the operation by passing instruments to surgeons, holding organs in place, or using retractors. After the surgery, they may help dress wounds and transfer patients to recovery rooms.

Important skills for a Surgical Technologist include strong attention to detail, the ability to work well under pressure, good physical stamina for long surgeries, and excellent hand-eye coordination. In addition to these skills, Surgical Technologists usually need to hold a certification. The most common certifications are the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting and the Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C) from the National Center for Competency Testing. Prior to becoming a Surgical Technologist, a person may have roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), a Medical Assistant, or even work in medical equipment sterilization, to gain experience in the medical field.

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Travel Surgical Technologist - General $1512/wk

  • Pontiac, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 1 day ago

To apply as a surgical technologist with Nomad, you must have an active National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting- or National Center for Competency Testing-issued certification or...

Travel Allied - OR Tech (Surgical Tech)

  • Pontiac, MI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 4 hours ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Certified Surgical Tech (CST) Shift : Days / 9a-5:30p, 85, 40 hrs per week, M-F Monday-Friday No weekends, holidays, or on call Length : 13 Weeks...

Travel Surgical Tech - 896423

  • Pontiac, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 2 days ago

Surgical Tech Location: Pontiac, MI Start Date: 05/12/2025 Shift: 3x12 Days Setting: Hospital Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on this great opportunity! Join Anders Group, a...

Surg Tech - Operating Room (OR) - Must Be CST or NBTSA Certified

  • Pontiac, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 2 days ago

Minimum Requirements include: 1 year of recent Surg Tech experience Current Surg Tech certification within the state of practice Current CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) or NBTSA (National Board...

Travel Surgical Tech - 896424

  • Pontiac, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 2 days ago

Surgical Tech Location: Pontiac, MI Start Date: 05/12/2025 Shift: 5x8 Days Setting: Hospital Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on this great opportunity! Join Anders Group, a...

Surgical Tech II North Tower

  • Royal Oak, MI (14 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Royal Oak, MI (14 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 3 days ago

The first robotic program in Michigan to hit 20,000 robotic surgeries. We pride ourselves on working together as a team to provide high quality, safe and compassionate care for our patients....

Certified Surgical Assistant

  • Troy, MI (8 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Troy, MI (8 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Technologist Upon Hire Preferred Certified (CST) ABSA American Board of Surgical Assistants Upon Hire Preferred Certified (CST) NBSTSA National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Upon...

Radiology Technologist Operating Room Part Time

  • Royal Oak, MI (14 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Royal Oak, MI (14 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Corewell Health is offering up to $7,500 as a sign on bonus for this opportunity! About Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital...

Surgical Technologist Non Certified - McLaren Careers

  • Mount Clemens, MI (21 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mount Clemens, MI (21 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 6 days ago

_Required:_ + High school diploma or equivalent. + Completion of an accredited surgical technology training program. + One month of job-related experience and/or training. + BLS certification....

Certified Surgical Technologist - Operating Room - 40 Hours - Rotating Shift

  • Warren, MI (18 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Warren, MI (18 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date....

Surgical Technologist- Full Time- Day Shift

  • Royal Oak, MI (14 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Royal Oak, MI (14 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Surgical Technologist certification preferred but not required....

Surgical Tech Sr

  • Royal Oak, MI (14 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Royal Oak, MI (14 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 9 days ago

Completion of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or equivalent training program (military, etc.) Preferred 3 years of independent Surgical Technologist experience....

Surgical Tech II

  • Troy, MI (8 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Troy, MI (8 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 12 days ago

Qualifications High school diploma Required Associate degree or equivalent Required Completion of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or equivalent training program (military, etc.)...

Surgical Technician - Operating Room - 36 Hours - Rotating Shift

  • Southfield, MI (11 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Southfield, MI (11 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 12 days ago

Associate's degree in Surgical Technology Graduate from an accredited Surgical Technologist program....

Surgical Tech Sr South Tower

  • Royal Oak, MI (14 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Royal Oak, MI (14 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 14 days ago

Completion of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or equivalent training program (military, etc.) Preferred 3 years of independent Surgical Technologist experience....

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Salary for Surgical Technologist Jobs in Pontiac, MI

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Highest Education Level

Surgical Technologists in Pontiac, MI 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 Technologists in Pontiac, MI
Less than 1 year
39.6%
1-2 years
37.4%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
5.2%


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