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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Hiring Range
$34.40 - $47.30/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.Overview
Works under the supervision of the OR Nurse Manager and Clinical Director. Responsible for the preparation and maintenance of equipment, instrumentation, and supplies on the sterile field. Responsible for the handling and management of specimens and surgical counts. Surgical privileges are established by the surgery department and medical staff and approved by the governing body.
What you will do
- Collaborates with physicians to provide for the specialized needs of the surgical patient. Builds trusting collaborative relationship with surgeons to ensure optimal outcomes. Anticipates supply equipment needs in advance so that arrangements can be made in a timely and cost effective manner.
- Monitor and support personal and departmental needs to include flexing and shift changes to meet the needs of the department. Uses time in a productive manner.
- Demonstrates a surgical conscience by maintaining an aseptic environment during the surgical procedure and by recording breaks in technique per AORN Standards. Demonstrates consistent proficient knowledge of procedure specific utilization of instruments, equipment, and supplies.
- Responsible for assuring safe practices as referenced in the National Patient Safety Goals and by following RHS policies and procedures, as well as guidelines outlined in AORN, CMS, and DNV. Identifies and reports noncompliance or violations appropriately.
- Ensures preference cards are maintained and updated by consistently communicating changes to appropriate team members.
- Demonstrates the ability to build collaborative professional relationships with a multi-disciplinary team to support patient care needs.
- Participates and provides feedback in supply utilization, new equipment/product evaluations; identifying and recommending solutions for cost containment and waste reduction.
- Participates positively in training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.
- Actively supports and assists the perioperative registered nurse and team in the care of the patients. Demonstrates responsibility for accurate handling/management of specimens and surgical count. Demonstrates a sense of urgency to facilitate positive customer throughout the department/facility. Addresses customers' needs regardless of assignment.
Qualifications
Education
- Program Graduate, Surgical Technology or equivalent (Required)
Experience
- 2 years Surgical Tech Experience (Required)
- 1 year Surgical Tech Experience at Riverside Health System (Required)
Skills and Abilities
- Competency - scrubs 5 or more surgical specialties required upon hire.
- Competency - scrubs 3 complex specialties to include: Trauma, Neuro, Ortho, Bariatrics, Heart/CV, and Robotics. Required upon hire.
Licenses and Certifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Virginia Department of Health Professions, Board of Medicine Upon Hire(Required)
- CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)
- Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) National Board of Surgical Technologists and Surgical Assistants (NBSTSA) Upon Hire(Required) or
- Tech in Surgery - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Upon Hire(Required)
To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.
Hiring Range
$34.40 - $47.30/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.Overview
Works under the supervision of the OR Nurse Manager and Clinical Director. Responsible for the preparation and maintenance of equipment, instrumentation, and supplies on the sterile field. Responsible for the handling and management of specimens and surgical counts. Surgical privileges are established by the surgery department and medical staff and approved by the governing body.
What you will do
- Collaborates with physicians to provide for the specialized needs of the surgical patient. Builds trusting collaborative relationship with surgeons to ensure optimal outcomes. Anticipates supply equipment needs in advance so that arrangements can be made in a timely and cost effective manner.
- Monitor and support personal and departmental needs to include flexing and shift changes to meet the needs of the department. Uses time in a productive manner.
- Demonstrates a surgical conscience by maintaining an aseptic environment during the surgical procedure and by recording breaks in technique per AORN Standards. Demonstrates consistent proficient knowledge of procedure specific utilization of instruments, equipment, and supplies.
- Responsible for assuring safe practices as referenced in the National Patient Safety Goals and by following RHS policies and procedures, as well as guidelines outlined in AORN, CMS, and DNV. Identifies and reports noncompliance or violations appropriately.
- Ensures preference cards are maintained and updated by consistently communicating changes to appropriate team members.
- Demonstrates the ability to build collaborative professional relationships with a multi-disciplinary team to support patient care needs.
- Participates and provides feedback in supply utilization, new equipment/product evaluations; identifying and recommending solutions for cost containment and waste reduction.
- Participates positively in training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.
- Actively supports and assists the perioperative registered nurse and team in the care of the patients. Demonstrates responsibility for accurate handling/management of specimens and surgical count. Demonstrates a sense of urgency to facilitate positive customer throughout the department/facility. Addresses customers' needs regardless of assignment.
Qualifications
Education
- Program Graduate, Surgical Technology or equivalent (Required)
Experience
- 2 years Surgical Tech Experience (Required)
- 1 year Surgical Tech Experience at Riverside Health System (Required)
Skills and Abilities
- Competency - scrubs 5 or more surgical specialties required upon hire.
- Competency - scrubs 3 complex specialties to include: Trauma, Neuro, Ortho, Bariatrics, Heart/CV, and Robotics. Required upon hire.
Licenses and Certifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Virginia Department of Health Professions, Board of Medicine Upon Hire(Required)
- CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)
- Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) National Board of Surgical Technologists and Surgical Assistants (NBSTSA) Upon Hire(Required) or
- Tech in Surgery - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Upon Hire(Required)
To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.
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What Virginia Employers Look For
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 Sentara, Bon Secours, and Inova Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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?
Falls Church, 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 August 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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