Surgical Technician Jobs in Vancouver, WA

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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Surgical Tech Certified, Part Time - Oregon Outpatient Surgery Center

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 16 hours ago

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

Acute Certified Surgical Technologist

  • Battle Ground, WA (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Battle Ground, WA (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 1 day ago

with the surgical team to ensure optimal patient care Qualifications Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) preferred Current BLS certification...

Certified Surgical Technologist / Surg Tech CST / ST

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 1 day ago

We're seeking a dedicated Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to become an integral part of our compassionate healthcare team....

Operating Room Assistant

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 1 day ago

This posting is for multiple openings of a Operating Room Assistant at Providence Portland Medical Center in Portland, OR. We offer 40 hour per week, day and evening shift....

Surgical Technologist

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Act as operating room turnover by opening sterile supplies and giving medications to scrub for procedure. Assist personnel in preparing operating room for next surgical case....

Surgical Technologist

  • Gresham, OR (19 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Gresham, OR (19 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Oregon Employees: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification with the State of Oregon at hire, or within 12 months of graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program, required....

Travel OR Tech (Surgical Tech)

  • Clackamas, OR (21 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Clackamas, OR (21 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel - Surgical Technologist Shift : Days / 6:45a-5:15p, 10x4, 40 hrs per week Length : 13 weeks Requirements: 1 Years Experience BLS Epic Travel Staffing: Day 1...

Travel OR Tech (Surgical Tech) First Assist (FA)

  • Hillsboro, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel - Surgical Tech First Assist Shift : Days / 6:45a-5:15p, 10x4, 40 hrs per week Length : 13 weeks Requirements: 1 Year Experience BLS Other Details: Must...

Surgical Technician 1.0 FTE Day

  • Milwaukie, OR (18 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Milwaukie, OR (18 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 8 days ago

Surgical Technician at Providence Milwaukie Hospital is a 1.0 FTE full time working during weekdays and weekends on a day shift. This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of $8,000....

Surgical Technician, KSMC (40hrs / variable)

  • Clackamas, OR (21 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Clackamas, OR (21 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 9 days ago

N/A N/A N/A Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology. Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology. Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology....

Surgical Assistant, KWMC (40 hrs, day)

  • Hillsboro, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Technology and Surgical Assisting Basic Life Support Additional Requirements: Understanding of human anatomy and physiology and operating room techniques....

Surgical Technologist - Womens Services

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 13 days ago

Legacy Health Surgical Technologist - Women's Services Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled US-OR-PORTLAND Job ID: 25-42812 Type: Regular Full-Time Randall Children's Hospital at Legacy Emanuel...

Surgical Technologist - Women's Services

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 15 days ago

Overview The birth of a child is exciting, frantic, intense and beautiful. You understand all of the emotions involved, and so you strive to create an atmosphere that is safe, welcoming and...

Surgical Technologist - $15,000 Sign on Bonus

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 17 days ago

Surgical Technologist (CST): Must be Certified Surgical Technologist eligible and receive certification within six months of hire Current BLS through AHA A graduate of a program in Operating Room/Surgical...

Travel Surgical Tech- Portland, OR

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 19 days ago

Job Opportunity: Travel Surgical Tech Location: Portland, OR Duration: 13 weeks Schedule: 4x10s Requirements: BLS Certification (Required) Minimum 2 years of surgical tech experience (Required)...

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Salary for Surgical Technician Jobs in Vancouver, WA

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


Highest Education Level

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


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