Surgical Technician Jobs in Washington

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 - General $2000/wk

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

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

ForTec Medical

Clinical Technology Specialist

Our extensive training program allows our laser technicians to provide support to surgeons in the operating room in order to deliver the best outcome for patients....

Job Details Start Date 04/07/2025 Shift Days Duration 13 weeks Specialty OR Tech - CVOR, Travel Allied City Spokane State WA Experience 1 Years Estimated Pay $2,431.00 - $2,681.00 weekly Job...

Travel OR Tech (Surgical Tech) Seattle, Washington 947941

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 hour ago

Job Details Start Date 03/31/2025 Shift Variable Duration 13 weeks Specialty OR Tech, Travel Allied City Seattle State WA Experience 1 Years Estimated Pay $1,639.00 - $1,889.00 weekly Job...

Travel OR Tech (Surgical Tech) Bellingham, Washington 948012

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 1 hour ago

Job Details Start Date 04/14/2025 Shift Variable Duration 13 weeks Specialty OR Tech, Travel Allied City Bellingham State WA Experience 1 Years Estimated Pay $1,612.00 - $1,862.00 weekly Job...

Travel Surgical Tech - 880307

  • Lakewood, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lakewood, WA
  • 1 hour ago

Surgical Tech Location: Lakewood, WA Start Date: 03/31/2025 Shift: 0x2 Rotating Setting: Hospital Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on this great opportunity! Join Anders Group,...

Travel Surgical Technologist - $2,350 per week

  • Spokane, WA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 7 hours ago

KPG Allied is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Spokane, Washington. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Surgical Technologist Discipline: Allied Health Professional...

Travel Surgical Technologist - $2,422 per week

  • Spokane, WA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 7 hours ago

Bestica is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Spokane, Washington. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Surgical Technologist Discipline: Allied Health Professional...

Surgical Technologist - Labor And Delivery (90% Fte, Night Shifts)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago

Room REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Completion of a Surgical Technologist program AND one year of experience assisting clinical staff in a variety of operative procedures in an operating room environment...

Surgical Technologist - Labor And Delivery (90% Fte, Day Shifts)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago

Room REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Completion of a Surgical Technologist program AND one year of experience assisting clinical staff in a variety of operative procedures in an operating room environment...

Travel Surgical Technologist - $1,825 per week

  • Seattle, WA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 16 hours ago

Posted job title: Operating Room Tech / Operating Room About Cross Country Nurses Cross Country Nurses is one of the oldest, largest and most trusted nurse staffing agencies in the United States....

Operating Room Assistant - Operating Room/ Ambulatory Surgery

  • Seattle, WA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 16 hours ago

The Perioperative Care Associate II (PCA II) must be able to perform all duties of the Perioperative Care Associate I (PCA I). The PCA II, under direction, assists the surgical staff with patient...

Nurse Technician - Operating Room

  • Seattle, WA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 16 hours ago

The Nurse Technician is currently enrolled in good standing in a nursing program approved by the commission, who has completed at least one academic term which included a clinical component....

Surgical Technologist

  • Olympia, WA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 16 hours ago

Under the supervision and direction of the Perioperative Nurse, collaborates with OR team in providing efficient, safe, cost effective patient care outcomes. The OR Technician will be proficient...

Travel Surgical Technologist - $2,730 per week. Job in Spokane Gr8Jobs

  • Spokane, WA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 16 hours ago

Posted job title: Operating Room Tech / Operating Room Open Heart About Cross Country Nurses Cross Country Nurses is one of the oldest, largest and most trusted nurse staffing agencies in the United...

Demographic Data for Washington

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Surgical Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Safe Surgical Care: Strategies During a Pandemic
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Human Anatomy - Surgical Anatomy Of Neck
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Salary for Surgical Technician Jobs in Washington

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


Highest Education Level

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


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