Surgical Technologist Jobs in New York

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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Operating Room - Surgical Technologist

  • Trusted Health
  • Plattsburgh, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Plattsburgh, NY
  • 1 day ago

Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA)) Skills Checklist: Yes References: Yes Certifications: Certified Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA), Basic Life Support Job Details Job Type: Travel Nurse/Patient: 1/1 Shift...

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OR Tech - CVOR

  • Troy, NY
  • 7 hours ago
  • Troy, NY
  • 7 hours ago

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

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Travel Surgical Tech Certified Surgical Tech

  • TLC Nursing
  • Watertown, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Watertown, NY
  • 9 hours ago

In this role, you will bring your specialized knowledge to the operating room, assisting surgeons and other healthcare professionals during surgical procedures....

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Surgical Supply Coordinator - Surgical Technologist

  • Trusted Health
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 9 hours ago

Technologist (NBSTSA) or the alternative certification TS-C BLS (Basic Life Support) Skills Checklist: Yes References: Yes Certifications: Certified Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA), Basic Life Support...

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Certified Surg Tech Travel Job

  • Jackson HealthPros
  • Troy, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Troy, NY
  • 9 hours ago

Minimum 1 year of experience as a surgical technologist in an operating room setting....

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Surgical Tech - Surgical Tech

  • KPG Healthcare
  • Troy, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Troy, NY
  • 9 hours ago

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

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Travel OR Tech (Surgical Tech) - CVOR (Cardiovascular Operating room)

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Rochester, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 9 hours ago

We`ll be your ticket to the travel Surgical Tech - Cardiovascular Operating room job you`ll love with unparalleled recruiter support and industry-best benefits....

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Travel Allied - OR Tech (Surgical Tech)

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Rochester, NY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 10 hours ago

We`ll be your ticket to the travel Surgical Tech Cardiovascular Operating room job you`ll love with unparalleled recruiter support and industry-best benefits....

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Surg Tech - Operating Room (OR)

  • National Staffing Solutions
  • Plattsburgh, NY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Plattsburgh, NY
  • 15 hours ago

Details of the Surg Tech - Operating Room (OR) opening in Plattsburgh, NY: Anticipated Start Date: 06/08/2026 Anticipated Pay Range: $1704.04 - $1967.96 Work Setting: Short Term Acute Care Hospital...

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OR Tech - CVOR

  • Rochester, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 16 hours ago

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

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Travel Allied-Surgical Tech, OR

  • StaffDNA
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 16 hours ago

Surgical Technologist - Operating Room (OR) If you are a detail-oriented professional passionate about supporting surgical teams, join us as a Surgical Technologist....

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Travel Certified Surgical Technologist CST

  • OneStaffMedical
  • Watertown, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Watertown, NY
  • 16 hours ago

THE POSITION: Certified surgical technologists (CST) generally care for surgical patients under the supervision of a registered nurse and attending doctor(s) of the patient's case....

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Travel Surgical Tech

  • KPG Healthcare
  • Watertown, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Watertown, NY
  • 16 hours 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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Travel OR Tech (Surgical Tech)

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Plattsburgh, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Plattsburgh, NY
  • 16 hours ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel - Certified OR Technician Shift: Days / 7a-7:30p, 12x3, 36hrs per week, call required, weekend shifts as needed; Length: 13-16 weeks Max call 1x post...

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Surgical Tech

  • Northwell Health
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 1 day ago

technologist, and holds and maintains a certified surgical technologist (CST) credential administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), Must be and remain...

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Salary for Surgical Technologist Jobs in New York

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Highest Education Level

Surgical Technologists in New York 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 Technologists in New York
Less than 1 year
39.6%
1-2 years
37.4%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
5.2%


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