Surgical Technologist Jobs in Virginia

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 PRN

  • Blacksburg, VA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Blacksburg, VA
  • 17 hours ago

Description Introduction Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Certified Surgical Technologist PRN you want with your current employer?...

Surgical Technician

  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Qualifications High school diploma or GED Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program Current Surgical Technologist license in the State of Virginia BLS (Basic Life Support) certification...

Surgical Assistant

  • Midlothian, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Midlothian, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Requirements: Graduate from an accredited surgical technologist program. Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)....

OR Tech - CVOR

  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 hours ago

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

OR Tech - First Assist

  • Winchester, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Description: As an Operating Room Technician, also sometimes called Surgical Technologists, you are an important part of the operating room team....

Acute Surg Tech / Surgical Technologist

  • Manassas, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Manassas, VA
  • 7 hours ago

We're seeking a dedicated Surgical Technologist to join our healthcare team....

Acute Surg Tech / Surgical Technologist

  • Middletown, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Middletown, VA
  • 7 hours ago

We're seeking a dedicated Surgical Technologist to join our healthcare team....

Patient Care Tech - Turnover Tech Operating Room

  • Haymarket, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Haymarket, VA
  • 7 hours ago

Room Prepare rooms for surgical procedures Assist and care for patients Perform efficient and rapid cleaning duties Provide support to nurses Wheel patients to surgical procedures Wheel patients out...

Operating Room - Certified Surgical Technologist

  • Winchester, VA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 9 hours ago

Start Date: 5/12/2025 Shift: 20:45-07:00 1 year of experience working as a full-time Certified Surgical Technologist Clinical experience within the last 2 years Current State Licensure Current Relevant...

Local Allied-Surgical Tech, First Assist

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 14 hours ago

Surgical Technologist - First Assist If you are an experienced surgical technologist passionate about assisting in advanced surgical procedures, join us as a Surgical Technologist - First Assist....

Travel Surgical Tech (778710)

  • Salem, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 15 hours ago

Travel - Surgical Tech Location: Salem, VA, United States Start date: 05-12-2025 Assignment length: 13 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 - previous travel experience is not required Job...

Surgical Technologist - L & D

  • Newport News, VA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 16 hours ago

Qualifications Education Program Graduate, Surgical Technology (Preferred) Experience 1 year Experience in surgical tech (Preferred) Licenses and Certifications Surgical Technologist - Virginia Department...

Surgical Technologist

  • Newport News, VA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 16 hours ago

Qualifications Education Program Graduate, Surgical Technology (Preferred) Licenses and Certifications Surgical Technologist - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Licensed as Surgical Technologist...

Certified Surgical Technologist PT

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 17 hours ago

Required Experience: Certified Surgical Technologist...

Surgical Technologist Extern

  • Blacksburg, VA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Blacksburg, VA
  • 17 hours ago

Job Summary and Qualifications The OR Scrub Tech/Surgical Technologist Extern works as a collaborative member of the SPD and Surgical Services team, following established protocols for cleaning, decontaminating...

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Surgical Technologist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Surgical Leadership
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NCCT Surgical Technologist 10-Test Bundle
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Salary for Surgical Technologist Jobs in Virginia

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


Highest Education Level

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


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