Surgical Technologist Jobs in Escondido, CA

A Surgical Technologist, also known as a Surgical Tech or Operating Room Technician, is an integral part of the surgical team in the med tech industry. Their primary responsibility is to assist doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals during surgical procedures. Surgical Technologists prepare the operating room, ensuring all necessary equipment and surgical tools are sterilized and readily available. They also assist during the operation by passing instruments to surgeons, holding organs in place, or using retractors. After the surgery, they may help dress wounds and transfer patients to recovery rooms.

Important skills for a Surgical Technologist include strong attention to detail, the ability to work well under pressure, good physical stamina for long surgeries, and excellent hand-eye coordination. In addition to these skills, Surgical Technologists usually need to hold a certification. The most common certifications are the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting and the Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C) from the National Center for Competency Testing. Prior to becoming a Surgical Technologist, a person may have roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), a Medical Assistant, or even work in medical equipment sterilization, to gain experience in the medical field.

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Travel Surgical Technologist - Adult Cardiothoracic $2226/wk

  • Escondido, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Escondido, CA
  • 1 day ago

To apply as a surgical technologist with Nomad, you must have an active National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting- or National Center for Competency Testing-issued certification or...

Job Details Start Date ASAP Shift Days Duration 13 days Specialty OR Tech - CVOR, Travel Allied City Escondido State CA Experience 1 Years Job Description Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel...

OR Tech - CVOR

  • Escondido, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Escondido, CA
  • 2 days ago

Description: As a CVOR Tech, you'll be an important part of the cardiovascular operating room team....

CVOR Tech Surgical Services

  • Escondido, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Escondido, CA
  • 2 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking CVOR Tech Surgical Servicess to fill Travel and Local Contract opportunities throughout our network of hospitals. About Us KPG Healthcare is a Staffing Firm...

Surgical Tech - Certified $20K Hiring incentive

  • Poway, CA (6 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Poway, CA (6 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Performs surgical scrub responsibilities; assist the surgeon and the circulating RN. Works under the direction and supervision of the surgeon and the circulating RN. Participates as a member of...

Surgical Technologist II

  • San Marcos, CA (10 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Marcos, CA (10 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 9 days ago

License, Certification, Registration Surgical Technologist Certificate within 6 months of hire from National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting OR National Center for Competency Testing...

Surgical Technician PT

  • Escondido, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Escondido, CA
  • 11 days ago

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

Surgical Technician

  • Escondido, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Escondido, CA
  • 13 days ago

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

Surgical Technician II

  • Carlsbad, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Job Description : EDUCATION: HS Diploma or GED Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program OR Military training as a scrub tech CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare...

IQVIA Clinical Educator - Surgical Technician - New York, NY

  • Carlsbad, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 24 days ago

We invite you to apply if interested! You will be asked to create an account, which takes less than one minute and requires only a username and password. The entire application takes no more than...

Surgical Tech Certified, Pool - Palomar Surgical Center Escondido

  • Escondido, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Escondido, CA
  • 30+ days ago

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

Surgical Tech Certified, Part Time - Palomar Surgical Center Escondido

  • Escondido, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Escondido, CA
  • 30+ days ago

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

Surgical Tech Certified - Palomar Surgical Center Escondido

  • Escondido, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Escondido, CA
  • 45+ days ago

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

Surgical Technologist-NonCert

  • Poway, CA (6 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Poway, CA (6 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Requirements Minimum Education: High School Diploma and/or combination of education and experience Successful completion of vocational training program in surgical technology or at least 1 year...

Surgical Tech - Certified

  • Poway, CA (6 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Poway, CA (6 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Requisition ID 39753 Department Surgery Location Poway, California Union CHEU Salary Range 28.87 - 43.37 Job Type Full-Time Shift Day Hours Per Shift 10 Hours Per Pay Period 80 Position at Palomar...

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Surgical Technologist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Safe Surgical Care: Strategies During a Pandemic
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NCCT Surgical Technologist 5-Test Bundle
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Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Exam Prep
Further your career with Peterson's Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) exam prep. Test your patient care and surgical skills with Peterson's practice tests. CST test prep includes: 3...

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Salary for Surgical Technologist Jobs in Escondido, CA

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Highest Education Level

Surgical Technologists in Escondido, CA 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 Technologists in Escondido, CA
Less than 1 year
39.6%
1-2 years
37.4%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
5.2%


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