Surgical Technician Jobs in Knoxville, 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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Travel Surgical Technologist - Adult Cardiothoracic $2440/wk

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 21 days ago

Take the next step in your healthcare career and join Nomad Health as a travel surgical technician or travel first assistant....

Surgical Technologist I

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 5 days ago

military surgical technology program....

Operating Room Technician

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 5 days ago

Operating Room experience preferred....

Surgical Technician Lead

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 8 days ago

Surgical Technologist required ABLS - Advanced Burn Life Support preferred Basic Life Support required State Specific Requirements Mississippi: BLS certification required, Surgical Technician certification...

Surgical Tech Cert

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 12 days ago

lead surgical technician responsibilities preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Expertise in surgical techniques, instrumentation, and sterile processing....

Certified Surgical Tech (CST)- FT Days- Sign on bonus- if applicable

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 23 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 23 days ago

: General License/Certification Required: Certified Surgical Technician; BLS required Minimum Work Experience: Operating Room experience preferred REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Excellent...

Certified Surgical Tech L&D Part Time

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 23 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 23 days ago

lead surgical technician responsibilities preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Expertise in surgical techniques, instrumentation, and sterile processing....

Certified Surgical Tech L&D Part Time

  • Powell, TN (10 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 26 days ago
  • Powell, TN (10 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 26 days ago

lead surgical technician responsibilities preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Expertise in surgical techniques, instrumentation, and sterile processing....

Certified Surgical Tech L&D Part Time

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 26 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 26 days ago

Certified Surgical Tech L&D Part Time Shift: 2-12/hr shifts, 7a-7p, NO call. $10,000 Student Loan Repayment

Surg Tech Cert - PRN

  • Maryville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 29 days ago
  • Maryville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 29 days ago

JOB SPECIFICATIONS Education and/or experience: Certification in Surgical Technology required and must be maintained. Prefer 1 year post educational experience....

Certified Surgical Technologist, $10K-20K Sign-on Bonus

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Licensure Requirement: Must hold current and active national Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification established by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA...

Surgical Technologist

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 45+ days ago

military surgical technology program....

Perioperative Technician, Operating Room

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 45+ days ago

Operating Room: Parkwest Surgery is a growing cutting edge facility. The latest expansion will total 30 surgery suites....

Demographic Data for Knoxville, TN

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Salary for Surgical Technician Jobs in Knoxville, TN

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Highest Education Level

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


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