Surgical Technician Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

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.

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Lead Surgical Technologist - Elective Ortho Operating Room - FT

  • Chattanooga, TN
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  • Chattanooga, TN
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Surgical Technologist - Full-Time -Baroness Hospital Surgery - Urology Team

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 14 days ago

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Surgical Technologist - Labor & Delivery - PRN

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 20 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 20 days ago

Any student who completes a surgical technology program that is in the process of becoming CAAHEP accredited on July 1, 2006 shall be considered a graduate of CAAHEP accredited program....

Surgical Tech First Assist - Baroness Hospital Surgery - FT

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 22 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 22 days ago

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

Surgical Technologist - Full-Time -Baroness Hospital Surgery - Ortho Team

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago

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Surgical Tech - Labor & Delivery - Full Time

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Any student who completes a surgical technology program that is in the process of becoming CAAHEP accredited on July 1, 2006 shall be considered a graduate of CAAHEP accredited program....

Certified Surgical Technician Operating Room

  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Certified Surgical Technologist - Full Time Experience is preferred, but we're willing to hire and orientate new graduates and newly certified surgical technologists....

Nurse Tech - Surgical ICU, PRN

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 45+ days ago

Job Summary: A registered professional nurse employed by Erlanger Medical Center is responsible for direct and/or indirect care of the patient. Education: Required: Will consider a nursing student...

Surgical Tech Physician Practice - Full-Time

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 45+ days ago

Preferred: Experience: Required: Two years of experience as a surgical technician....

Surgical Tech - Endovascular Team - FT

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 45+ days ago

Job Summary: A Surgical Technologist technician is responsible for direct and indirect care of the surgical patient Education: High School education or equivalent Individuals employed to be Surgical...

Surgical Technologist - Full-Time -Baroness Hospital Surgery - FT - Ortho Trauma

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 60+ days ago

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Surgical Technologist - Full-Time -Baroness Hospital Surgery - FT - 11a-11p

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 60+ days ago

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Surgical Technician Operating Room - PRN

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 60+ days ago

We are now hiring for a surgical tech! No weekends, nights, holidays or on call! Create and maintain sterile field, fast pace turnover between patients. Clean and sterilize instruments as needed...

Surgical Technologist - Full-Time -Baroness Hospital Surgery - FT - Neurosurgery

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 60+ days ago

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Surgical Technologist - Full-Time -Baroness Hospital Surgery - FT

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 90+ days ago

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Demographic Data for Chattanooga, TN

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Salary for Surgical Technician Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

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Highest Education Level

Surgical Technicians in Chattanooga, TN 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
17.7%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.9%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Surgical Technicians in Chattanooga, TN
Less than 1 year
39.6%
1-2 years
37.4%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
5.2%


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