Surgical Technologist Jobs in Tampa, FL

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 - Pediatric Cardiothoracic $1840/wk

  • St Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • St Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 9 days 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...

Surgical Technologist I

  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago

The role you'll contribute: The Surgical Technologist I is a member of the health care team who performs technical support in the perioperative period under the direction and supervision of a Registered...

Certified Surgical Tech PRN

  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago

Job Category: Technicians Requisition Number: CERTI029609 Posting Details Posted: April 16, 2025 Part-Time Locations Showing 1 location Tampa, FL 33603, USA Job Details Description JOB TITLE:...

Program Coordinator & Faculty, Surgical Technologist

  • Odessa, FL (15 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Odessa, FL (15 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Requirements: The Program Coordinator must have minimum of five (5) years current experience in the operating room in the scrub role or five (5) years of current experience as an instructor of surgical...

Surgical Technologist First Assistant - Main OR

  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago

Surgical Technologist First Assistant - Main OR - 14837 Tampa:St Josephs | Clinical | Full Time Description At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area....

Surg Tech First Assistant

  • Tampa, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 4 days ago

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services,...

Certified Surgical Technologist PRN

  • Riverview, FL (11 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Riverview, FL (11 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 5 days ago

The role youll contribute : The Certified Surgical Technologist II is a member of the health care team who performs technical support in the perioperative period under the direction and supervision...

Travel OR Tech (Surgical Tech) CVOR (Cardiovascular Operating room)

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel - Certified Surgical/CVOR Tech Shift : Days / 6a-2:30p, 8x5, 40hrs per week, M-F, 1 major holiday Length : 13 weeks On Call: 14 days of calls per month...

Certified Surgical Tech

  • Largo, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Largo, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 7 days ago

The CST's main responsibility is to prepare the operating room for surgery....

Surgical Technologist Non-Certified

  • Tampa, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 8 days ago

May assist in patient transport....

Surgical Technologist Certified

  • Safety Harbor, FL (14 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Safety Harbor, FL (14 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 8 days ago

May assist in patient transport....

Travel Surgical Tech

  • Largo, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Largo, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 8 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Travel Surgical Techs to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals. About Us At KPG Healthcare, our goal is to make the highest quality and most...

Per Diem Surgical Technologist

  • Tampa, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 9 days ago

Surgical Technologist/Scrub Tech at Pediatric Surgery Center The Surgical Technologist scrubs for surgical procedures and demonstrates competence while functioning as a member of the surgical team....

Surgical Technician (Florida) - $50/hour

  • St Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • St Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Certified by The Association of Surgical Technologists, The National Board of Surgical Technology, or The Surgical Assisting Liaison Council Certificate of Surgical Technology is required....

Surgical Tech - Main Operating Room - Days

  • Tampa, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 10 days ago

Graduate of Surgical Technologist training program, with active and maintained CST Certification from AST or NCCT, OR completion of a Hospital Based Surgical Tech Program, equivalent Military experience...

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Salary for Surgical Technologist Jobs in Tampa, FL

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Highest Education Level

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


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