Surgical Technologist Jobs in Tennessee

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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Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 22 hours ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 22 hours ago

Per Tennessee Code (TCA) 68-57-101(a), non-certified applicants must have 18 months of surgical technologist experience in the 3 years preceding 5/21/07; or began the appropriate surgical technologist...

Travel CVOR Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

  • Memphis, TN
  • 22 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 22 days ago

The Gifted Healthcare Experience Gifted Healthcare is an award-winning travel nursing agency that offers nursing contracts at premier healthcare facilities across the United States. Gifted...

Travel Surgical Technologist - General $1800/wk

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 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...

Certified Surgical Technologist

  • Hermitage, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hermitage, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Jump-start your career as a Certified Surgical Technologist today with TriStar Summit Medical Center....

Surgical Tech FT Days

  • Memphis, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 1 day ago

room and supplies needed for day/following day's schedule....

Surgical Tech First Assistant - BEH Baroness Hospital Surgery - PRN

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 hour ago

Preferred: Two (2) years' experience as a Surgical Technician in the operating room....

Technologist-Surgical First Assistant

  • Memphis, TN
  • 21 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 21 hours ago

Overview Job Summary The Surgical Technician First Assistant (SFA) will support the continuity of care for Perioperative patients. The scope of practice includes intraoperative surgical first...

Travel Surgical Tech - CVOR - 895854

  • Memphis, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 1 day ago

Surgical Tech - CVOR Location: Memphis, TN Start Date: 05/19/2025 Shift: 5x8 Days Setting: Hospital Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on this great opportunity! Join Anders...

Specialty Surgical Technician

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago

Overview The Chattanooga Heart Institute offers the most comprehensive cardiac care available in this region. Founded in 1976 we now have six offices in Tennessee and one in Georgia. Our practice...

Surgical Technologist, Full-time, Operating Room, EWCH, Murphy, NC

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary: The surgical technician is responsible for the preparation of the operating room and instruments for assigned surgical cases. Education: Required: High school diploma or GED required....

Travel Surgical Tech - First Assist First Assistant - 895642

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 2 days ago

Surgical Tech - First Assist Location: Clarksville, TN Start Date: 05/12/2025 Shift: nights Setting: Hospital Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on this great opportunity! Join...

OR Tech - CVOR

  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago

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

Certified Surgical Tech - FT

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 2 days ago

Certified Surgical Tech at Mountain Empire Surgery Center: · The Surgical Technologist scrubs for surgical procedures and demonstrates competence while functioning as a member of the surgical team....

Certified Surg Tech Travel Job

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 2 days 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...

Technologist-Surgical I

  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago

Technologist-Surgical I Job ID: 31232 Job Category: Clinical Technician/Technologist Work Schedule: Evenings Department: Surgery ISPD Facility: BMH Memphis Hospital Location: Memphis, TN Overview

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Surgical Technologist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Surgical Technologist Jobs in Tennessee

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


Highest Education Level

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


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