Surgical Technologist Jobs in Portland, ME

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 - General $2016/wk

  • Portland, ME
  • 45+ days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 45+ 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...

Travel OR Tech (Surgical Tech) Portland, ME 942880

  • Portland, ME
  • 4 hours ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 4 hours ago

Job Details Start Date ASAP Shift Days Duration 17 weeks Specialty OR Tech, Travel Allied City Portland State ME Experience 3 Years Job Description This is a travel OR Tech assignment in Portland,...

Surgical Technologist I - Endoscopy

  • Portland, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 4 days ago

Summary: The Surgical Technologist I - MMCP role is involved in preparing the operating room and instruments, equipment and supplies as well as passing instruments, sponges, and sutures to surgeons....

Travel Surgical Technologist - $1,985 per week

  • Portland, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 5 days 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....

Travel Surgical Technologist - $2,157 per week

  • Portland, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 5 days ago

Jackson Nurse Professionals is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Portland, Maine....

Travel Surgical Technologist - $1,900 per week

  • Portland, ME
  • 7 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 7 days ago

Uniti Med is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Portland, Maine....

Surgical Technologist II - MCH

  • Brunswick, ME (21 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 10 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (21 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 10 days ago

Summary: The Surgical Technologist II - MCH role assists the surgeon and Operating Room (OR) RN during surgical procedures....

Travel Certified Surgical Technologist - $2,268 per week

  • Portland, ME
  • 13 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 13 days ago

Type: Travel Specialty: Certified Surgical Technologist Certified Surgical Technologist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Allied Health Professional Start Date: 04/07/2025 04/07/2025 Duration:...

Certified Surg Tech Travel Job

  • Portland, ME
  • 14 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 14 days ago

Setting: Hospital Jackson HealthPros is seeking an experienced Certified Surgical Technologist to expertly assist physicians and nurses in the operating room during surgical procedures, ensuring the...

Certified Surgical Technologist

  • Portland, ME
  • 14 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 14 days ago

Certified Surgical Technologist MaineHealth Multiple Locations Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem MaineHealth is seeking Certified Surgical Technologists to join our team system-wide across Maine and New...

Travel Surgical Tech (736175)

  • Portland, ME
  • 20 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 20 days ago

Travel - Surgical Tech Weekly Gross Pay: $1820 - $2020 Location: Portland, ME, United States Start date: 02-24-2025 Assignment length: 13 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 - previous...

Travel OR Tech (Surgical Tech)

  • Portland, ME
  • 22 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 22 days ago

Room Scrub Color: Teal scrubs issued from the hospital Epic Travel Staffing: Day 1 health insurance coverage and comprehensive benefits options 401(k) matching program Weekly direct deposit Concierge...

Travel Surgical Technologist - $1,901 per week

  • Portland, ME
  • 23 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 23 days ago

Specialty: Surgical Technologist Surgical Technologist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Allied Health Professional Start Date: ASAP ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 13 weeks 40 hours per week 40 hours...

Operating Room Assistant II - Surgery Center

  • Scarborough, ME (6 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 25 days ago
  • Scarborough, ME (6 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 25 days ago

Service/Maintenance Support Req #: 23084 Summary: The Perioperative Services Technician II role is responsible for assisting with the care of the patient in the Operating Room (OR) by transporting and...

Surgical Technologist (Surg Tech, CST)

  • Portland, ME
  • 25 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 25 days ago

Other Information: Certification as Surgical Technologist Required....

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Surgical Technologist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Exam Prep
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Salary for Surgical Technologist Jobs in Portland, ME

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Highest Education Level

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


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