Surgical Technologist Jobs in South Carolina

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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Certified Surgical Technologist - PRN

  • Lancaster, SC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Lancaster, SC
  • 11 hours ago

Licenses/Certifications: Surgical Technologist Certification required after 2008....

Surgical Tech, Cert.,Vascular,PRN

  • Greenville, SC
  • 20 hours ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 20 hours ago

field during procedure, assisting other operating room staff as needed....

Surgical Technologist/First Assist (FT) - Carolina Forest

  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 21 hours ago

Qualifications: Experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist/First Assist Certification from the NBSTSA BLS certification Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit...

Medical Surgical Technician - Loris - 2nd Medical Surgical Unit

  • Loris, SC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Loris, SC
  • 21 hours ago

Responsibilities: Job responsibilities include those listed in competency document. Maintains a professional image and exhibits excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and...

Medical Surgical Technician - Cardiology

  • Florence, SC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 21 hours ago

Join Our Team as a Medical Surgical Technician - Cardiology Unit! Are you passionate about patient care and making a real difference in the lives of those with cardiac conditions? Do you thrive in...

Anesthesia Technician Surgery Center (FT) - Carolina Forest

  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 21 hours ago

room environment and anesthetizing location is safe and that all equipment functions properly to maximize patient safety....

Certified Surgical Technologist II - Pediatric Operating Room

  • Charleston, SC
  • 22 hours ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 22 hours ago

Under general supervision, the Certified Surgical Technologist II functions as member of the operating room team to prepare sterile supplies and equipment used in the surgical procedures and perform...

Surgical Tech, FT, Days

  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 1 day ago

Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses: Certified Surgical Technology recognized by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). BLS required. ......

Certified Surgical Technologist - Outpatient

  • Greenville, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 1 day ago

of perioperative, operating room, or related military surgical technology experience (preferred) Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer....

Certified Surgical Technologist

  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 1 day ago

Technologist or Certificate of Completion of the Operating Room Specialist Course from the Military is required National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) certification required...

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA is seeking a travel Certified Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Walterboro, South Carolina....

Surgical Technologist - Adult Cardiothoracic

  • Charleston, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 1 day ago

Job Requirements Certifications ABSA (SA-C), NBSTSA (CSFA), or NCCSA (CSA) BLS (AHA). Willing to obtain allowed for BLS (AHA). Skills Assessment ACT skills assessment with 2.7+ score. Additional...

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - St. Francis Eastside

  • Greenville, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 2 days ago

Francis Eastside Job Summary: The Surgical Technologist II assists surgeons and nurses with preparation for aseptic technique and surgical procedures in the operating room....

Surgical Tech Labor and Delivery FT Nights

  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 2 days ago

Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses: Certified Surgical Technology recognized by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). BLS required ...Full Time...

Certified Surgical Tech (CST)-Operating Room-PRN

  • Lancaster, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Lancaster, SC
  • 2 days ago

(ex: OR housekeeping chores, Central Sterile processing, transporting as requested by charge personnel. Preparing sterile operating rooms for surgeries. Sterilizing equipment and instruments....

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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Surgical Technologist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Surgical Technologist Jobs in South Carolina

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


Highest Education Level

Surgical Technologists in South Carolina 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 South Carolina
Less than 1 year
39.6%
1-2 years
37.4%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
5.2%


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