Surgical Technician Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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.

1-15 of 18 Jobs

Surgical Assistant, Per Diem (MD/DO)

  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Perform perioperative care inclusive of but not limited to pre operative evaluation of the patient in the holding room, updating of History and Physical, facilitation of on time start, prep and draping...

Surgical Technician

  • New Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to join our dynamic Operating Room team at our state-of-the-art Jack and Sherryl Morris Cancer Center, This is a full-time, day shift...

Travel Surgical Tech

  • Langhorne, PA (18 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Langhorne, PA (18 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Travel Surgical Techs to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals. About Us At KPG Healthcare, our goal is to make the highest quality and most...

Travel Surgical Tech

  • Pennington, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 25 days ago
  • Pennington, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 25 days ago

This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of surgical technology....

OR Technician - Operating Room - Per Diem Day

  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) unless exempt per NJ Surgical Technology Certification Law...

Surgical Tech - Ambulatory Surgery Center

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Applies principles of basic aseptic technique in adhering to sterile technique (gowning, gloving, draping). Checks that all equipment is functioning prior to use....

Certified Surgical Tech FT

  • Manalapan, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Manalapan, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

Establishes and maintains sterile field during surgical procedures in the operating room....

Surgical Technician

  • Flemington, NJ (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Flemington, NJ (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

Position Summary: The Hunterdon Center for Surgery, affiliated with Hunterdon Medical Center in Flemington, NJ is seeking a Surgical Technician to join our team....

Certified Surgical Tech PRN

  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Establishes and maintains sterile field during surgical procedures in the operating room....

Surgical Tech Periop - Operating Room - HPW - FT - Day

  • Pennington, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pennington, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Prepares the operating room by opening sterile supplies, instruments and sutures based on scheduled procedure and surgeon preference card....

Surgical Tech Non Certified - Princeton Endoscopy Center

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications Non-Certified Surgical Technologist Requirements: High school diploma or GED certification Completion of Surgical Technologist course Two years previous operating room experience ASC...

Surgical Tech full time

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Establishes and maintains sterile field during surgical procedures in the operating room....

Surgical Technologist

  • Bristol, PA (20 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bristol, PA (20 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Know Your Rights: Responsibilities The Operating Room Tech is responsible for the preparation of sterile supplies and instruments for each assigned procedure, maintaining sterile field during case and...

Surgical Tech Certified - Surgicare of Central Jersey

  • Watchung, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Watchung, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities We are actively hiring for a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)....

Surgical Technician - Periop - HPW - FT - Day

  • Pennington, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pennington, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Prepares the operating room by opening sterile supplies, instruments and sutures based on scheduled procedure and surgeon preference card....

Demographic Data for Princeton, NJ

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Salary for Surgical Technician Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Surgical Technicians in Princeton, NJ 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 Technicians in Princeton, NJ
Less than 1 year
39.6%
1-2 years
37.4%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
5.2%


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