Surgical Technologist Jobs in Virginia
Surgical Technologist jobs in Virginia are consistently active, with demand concentrated in hospital operating rooms, ambulatory surgery centers, and Level I and II trauma centers across the state at every level from new graduate through senior scrub tech. The largest hiring markets are Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Hampton Roads, where major systems like Inova Health System, VCU Health, and Sentara Healthcare sustain ongoing openings. The most in-demand specialties in Virginia are cardiovascular, orthopedic, and robotic-assisted procedures. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Inova Fairfax Hospital Operating Room is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technologist 3 to join the team. This role will be full-time varied Night shifts | Sign-on Bonus & Relocation Available.
Inova is consistently ranked as a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Featured Benefits:
- Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
- Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
- Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
- Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
- Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and remote and hybrid career opportunities.
Surgical Technologist 2 Job Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge and practice in the role of the first scrub.
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge of anatomy and can anticipate the required instrumentation for each step of a surgical procedure.
- Expedites the operative procedure by anticipating the needs of the surgeon.
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge of aseptic and surgical techniques.
- Performs in preceptor role for new & experienced staff in the scrub role.
- Provides working knowledge of powered instrumentation, video equipment, microscopes, and complex instrumentation, equipment. Assists in the evaluation of new products and equipment.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: High School or GED
- Experience: One (1) year Surgical Technologist experience.
- Licensure: Registered Surgical Technologist in the state of VA.
- Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) upon start.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience: Level one (1) trauma experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: High School or GED
- Experience: Two (2) years’ Surgical Technologist experience.
- Licensure: Registered Surgical Technologist in the state of VA.
- Certification: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) via NBSTSA or Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C) via NCCT. Basic Life Support (BLS) upon start.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience: Surgical Technologist experience in Ortho, Trauma, Neuro, Robotics, Vascular preferred.
Inova Fairfax Hospital Operating Room is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technologist 3 to join the team. This role will be full-time varied Night shifts | Sign-on Bonus & Relocation Available.
Inova is consistently ranked as a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Featured Benefits:
- Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
- Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
- Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
- Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
- Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and remote and hybrid career opportunities.
Surgical Technologist 2 Job Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge and practice in the role of the first scrub.
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge of anatomy and can anticipate the required instrumentation for each step of a surgical procedure.
- Expedites the operative procedure by anticipating the needs of the surgeon.
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge of aseptic and surgical techniques.
- Performs in preceptor role for new & experienced staff in the scrub role.
- Provides working knowledge of powered instrumentation, video equipment, microscopes, and complex instrumentation, equipment. Assists in the evaluation of new products and equipment.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: High School or GED
- Experience: One (1) year Surgical Technologist experience.
- Licensure: Registered Surgical Technologist in the state of VA.
- Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) upon start.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience: Level one (1) trauma experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: High School or GED
- Experience: Two (2) years’ Surgical Technologist experience.
- Licensure: Registered Surgical Technologist in the state of VA.
- Certification: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) via NBSTSA or Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C) via NCCT. Basic Life Support (BLS) upon start.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience: Surgical Technologist experience in Ortho, Trauma, Neuro, Robotics, Vascular preferred.
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The qualifications that appear most often in surgical technologist jobs across Virginia.
- CST certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting required or preferred
- Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program recognized by CAAHEP or ABHES
- Minimum one to two years of scrubbing experience in a hospital or surgical center setting
- Demonstrated proficiency scrubbing orthopedic, cardiovascular, or robotic-assisted surgical cases
- Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift or move patients and equipment as needed
Surgical Technologist Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a surgical technologist in Virginia?
Virginia does not require a state-issued license to practice as a surgical technologist, but nearly every Virginia employer requires national certification. Complete an accredited surgical technology program through a community college or hospital-based program in Virginia, then pass the Certified Surgical Technologist exam administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. Most Virginia hospitals will not consider candidates without CST credentials or active enrollment in an accredited program.
How much do surgical technologists make in Virginia?
Surgical technologists in Virginia earn a median of about $67,580 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $47,980 for the lowest 10% to over $102,020 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire surgical technologists in Virginia?
Employers hiring surgical technologists in Virginia right now include Inova Health System, Bon Secours, and Mary Washington Healthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Virginia's large integrated health systems and the concentration of specialty surgical centers in the Northern Virginia and Hampton Roads corridors drive consistent year-round demand across experience levels.
Which Virginia cities have the most surgical technologist jobs?
Fredericksburg, Salem, and Richmond have the most surgical technologist openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia's high-density hospital campuses and ambulatory surgery centers anchored by Inova drive the largest share, while Richmond's academic medical complex around VCU Health and the extensive Sentara network across Hampton Roads sustain strong demand in those markets.
Are there remote surgical technologist jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. Surgical technology is a hands-on sterile field role performed entirely in operating rooms, so the work cannot be done remotely. About 0% of surgical technologist openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those postings typically cover administrative, education, or sales support roles adjacent to the profession rather than direct scrub tech positions.
How can I get hired as a surgical technologist in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a CAAHEP-accredited surgical technology program at a Virginia community college such as Northern Virginia Community College or John Tyler Community College, which include clinical rotations at partnering hospitals that often lead to direct offers. Inova, Sentara, and VCU Health periodically run new-graduate tech programs and externship pipelines for program graduates. Candidates coming from sterile processing, surgical assistant, or OR technician roles have the strongest lateral transfer potential, and holding active CST certification before applying gives a measurable edge over uncredentialed candidates.
Where can I find and apply to surgical technologist jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to surgical technologist jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Virginia employers. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and preferred location, and apply directly through each listing without needing to create a profile or sign up.
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