Surgical Technologist Jobs in Cleveland, TN

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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Lead Surgical Technologist - Elective Ortho Operating Room - FT

  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • moments ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • moments ago

The lead surgical technologist acts as a liaison between the OR and Central Sterile Processing, which includes any issues and concerns regarding instruments as well as maintenance of instrument tray...

Surgical Technologist - Ambulatory Surgery Center - Days (69864)

  • Dalton, GA (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Dalton, GA (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 11 days ago

Licensure: Certified Surgical Technologist preferred, Or a graduate from a Surgical Technology program with a written contract agreement of passing the Certification test with six months of hire, Or...

Surgical Technologist - Full-Time -Baroness Hospital Surgery - Urology Team

  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 14 days ago

for surgical technology accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP); or (2) Have completed an appropriate training program for surgical technologists...

Surgical Technologist - Labor & Delivery - PRN

  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 20 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 20 days ago

Individuals employed to be WST II (Surgical Technologist in Labor & Delivery) must have completed one of the following educational requirements: (1) Have completed a program for surgical technology...

Surgical Tech First Assist - Baroness Hospital Surgery - FT

  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 22 days ago

Preferred: Two (2) years' experience as a Surgical Technician in the operating room....

Surgical Technologist - Full-Time -Baroness Hospital Surgery - Ortho Team

  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

for surgical technology accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP); or (2) Have completed an appropriate training program for surgical technologists...

Surgical Tech - Labor & Delivery - Full Time

  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Individuals employed to be WST II (Surgical Technologist in Labor & Delivery) must have completed one of the following educational requirements: (1) Have completed a program for surgical technology...

Certified Surgical Technician Operating Room

  • Cleveland, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Certified Surgical Technologist - Full Time Experience is preferred, but we're willing to hire and orientate new graduates and newly certified surgical technologists....

Nurse Tech - Surgical ICU, PRN

  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Summary: A registered professional nurse employed by Erlanger Medical Center is responsible for direct and/or indirect care of the patient. Education: Required: Will consider a nursing student...

Surgical Tech Physician Practice - Full-Time

  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

Individuals employed to be Surgical Technologist must have completed one of the following educational requirements: (1) Have completed a program for surgical technology accredited by the Commission...

Surgical Tech - Endovascular Team - FT

  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Summary: A Surgical Technologist technician is responsible for direct and indirect care of the surgical patient Education: High School education or equivalent Individuals employed to be Surgical...

Surgical Tech-1st Asst II - PRN

  • Dalton, GA (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dalton, GA (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

Licensure: Certified Surgical Technologist, or current Certification of CST-CFA, or SA-C, along with 3 years experience as an CST with competency in all specialties.....

Surgical Technologist - Full Time - Days

  • Dalton, GA (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dalton, GA (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

Licensure: Certified Surgical Technologist Certification required as evidenced by NBSTA OR a graduate from a Surgical Technology program with a written contract agreement of passing the Certification...

Surgical Technologist - Full-Time -Baroness Hospital Surgery - FT - Ortho Trauma

  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 60+ days ago

for surgical technology accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP); or (2) Have completed an appropriate training program for surgical technologists...

Surgical Technologist - Full-Time -Baroness Hospital Surgery - FT - 11a-11p

  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (22 miles from Cleveland, TN)
  • 60+ days ago

for surgical technology accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP); or (2) Have completed an appropriate training program for surgical technologists...

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Salary for Surgical Technologist Jobs in Cleveland, TN

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


Highest Education Level

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


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