Surgical Technologist Jobs in Asheville, NC

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 - First Assistant $2240/wk

  • Asheville, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 4 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...

Surg Tech

  • Asheville, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 30+ days ago

operating room setting or clinical experience in Surgical Technologist training program Mission Hospital is located in Asheville, North Carolina....

Surgical Tech - OR

  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

operating room setting or clinical experience in Surgical Technologist training program Mission Hospital is located in Asheville, North Carolina....

Travel Surgical Tech - $1569/wk gross

  • Asheville, NC
  • 16 hours ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 16 hours ago

Job Number Job Number 893122 Description Surgical Tech Location: Asheville, NC Start Date: 05/05/2025 Shift: 3x12 Days Setting: Hospital Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on...

Travel Surgical Tech - First Assist - $2201/wk gross

  • Asheville, NC
  • 16 hours ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 16 hours ago

Job Number Job Number 893139 Description Surgical Tech - First Assist Location: Asheville, NC Start Date: 05/11/2025 Shift: 4x10 Days Setting: Hospital Apply online or contact us ASAP for more...

Certified Surgical Tech - PRN

  • Fletcher, NC (10 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fletcher, NC (10 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 1 day ago

. · State-of-the-Art Facility: Equipped with 1 operating room and 3 treatment rooms, our center utilizes advanced technology to support precise and efficient surgical care. · Diverse Specialties: Our...

Travel OR Tech (Surgical Tech)

  • Asheville, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 1 day ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel - CST - OR/Surgery Shift : Days / 8:45a-7:15p, 10x4, 40 hrs per week, call required Length : 13 weeks Requirements: 2 Years Experience Broad surgical...

Surgical Technologist - Cardiovascular OR

  • Asheville, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 1 day ago

Location: Mission Hospital - 509 Biltmore Avenue Asheville, NC 28801 ID: 916161 Job Board: EV IND_2 **ReqID:** 916161 **Category:** Surgical Technologist **Specialty:** Cardiovascular OR **Position...

Travel Surgical Tech - First Assist - 893139

  • Asheville, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 3 days ago

Surgical Tech - First Assist Location: Asheville, NC Start Date: 05/11/2025 Shift: 4x10 Days Setting: Hospital Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on this great opportunity! Join...

Travel Surgical Tech - CVOR - 892308

  • Asheville, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 4 days ago

Surgical Tech Location: Asheville, NC Start Date: 05/05/2025 Shift: 3x12 Days Setting: Hospital Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on this great opportunity! Join Anders Group, a...

Travel Surgical Tech - CVOR - $2172/wk gross

  • Asheville, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 14 days ago

Job Number Job Number 887540 Description Surgical Tech Location: Asheville, NC Start Date: 04/21/2025 Shift: 3x12 Days Setting: Hospital Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on...

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

  • Asheville, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 16 days ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel - CST - CVOR Shift : Days / 6a-6:30p (12x3) 36 hours per week Length : 13 Weeks On Call Requirements: Stay late 1-2/week Requirements : 2 years experience...

Minimum Requirements include: 1 year of recent Surg Tech experience Current Surg Tech certification within the state of practice Current CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) or NBTSA (National Board...

Surgical Tech Extern PRN

  • Asheville, NC
  • 23 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 23 days ago

The Surgical Technologist Extern is currently enrolled and in good standing in an approved school of surgical technology and can perform higher-level procedures once competency is achieved....

Travel Surgical Tech

  • Asheville, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 30+ 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...

Demographic Data for Asheville, NC

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Surgical Technologist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Safe Surgical Care: Strategies During a Pandemic
This fully online course is intended to prepare surgical care providers to deliver surgical care during a pandemic, while protecting their patients, their colleagues, themselves and their families...
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...
NCCT Surgical Technologist 10-Test Bundle
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Salary for Surgical Technologist Jobs in Asheville, NC

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Highest Education Level

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


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