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Surgical Technologist / CST - Certified Surg Tech

Washington, DC
$63,147 - $82,253 a year

Start date:

23 Sep 2026

Job Type:

Full Time

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Where Surgical Excellence Meets One of the Most Iconic Cities in the World — Your Next Chapter Starts Here

 

Some cities simply carry a different kind of energy. A pulse that's felt the moment you arrive, shaped by history, driven by ambition, and filled with people who show up every day with something to prove. Washington, DC is that kind of place — and for a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) ready to take their career to the next level, it's also one of the most exciting healthcare markets in the entire nation.

 

This isn't a role you fill — it's a role you grow into. Whether you've spent years mastering the rhythm of the OR or you're bringing fresh energy and a sharp set of hands to a new environment, your contributions here will be felt with every incision, every instrument pass, and every patient outcome. Precision is your language, and this team speaks it fluently.

 

What Your Day-to-Day Will Look Like:

  • Setting up and organizing the operating room prior to each surgical procedure
  • Upholding sterile field integrity and following strict infection prevention protocols
  • Passing instruments, sutures, and supplies to surgeons and surgical assistants with accuracy and anticipation
  • Managing, cleaning, and preparing surgical equipment before, during, and after procedures
  • Tracking and confirming surgical counts and maintaining thorough documentation
  • Monitoring inventory and ensuring all necessary supplies are ready at the start of every case
  • Functioning as a collaborative partner with nurses, anesthesia providers, and the broader OR team

 

Education Requirements:

  • Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required

 

Required Certifications:

  • Active CST credential through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
  • Current BLS certification, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire

 

Skills and Attributes That Will Set You Apart:

  • Broad familiarity with surgical instrumentation across multiple specialty areas
  • Ability to remain composed, focused, and decisive in fast-moving, high-stakes environments
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills that support seamless team collaboration
  • Meticulous organizational habits and a commitment to cleanliness and detail
  • Demonstrated proficiency in aseptic technique and sterile field management

 

What Makes This Opportunity Worth Your Attention:

  • Flexible scheduling options including days, evenings, nights, and weekend shifts
  • Exposure to a wide breadth of surgical specialties and complex procedures
  • Ongoing pathways for professional development, continuing education, and clinical advancement
  • State-of-the-art surgical suites equipped with the latest technology
  • A culture of leadership that genuinely recognizes and invests in your expertise

 

Life as a Surgical Tech in Washington, DC

 

To work in Washington, DC is to exist at the center of everything. This is a city where conversations at dinner tables carry real weight, where the architecture tells centuries of stories, and where the healthcare community is every bit as world-class as the institutions surrounding it. Hospitals and surgical centers here operate at a level of rigor and sophistication that challenges you to bring your absolute best — and rewards you for it.

 

But when the OR doors close behind you and you step out into the city, a whole different kind of richness unfolds. Stroll the National Mall as the sun dips behind the monuments. Explore the Smithsonian's endless museums — all free, all extraordinary. Wander through the cobblestone streets of Georgetown, stopping into boutique cafes and bookshops that feel like they've been there forever. Catch a show at the Kennedy Center or settle into a rooftop bar in Navy Yard with a craft cocktail and a skyline view that reminds you exactly where you've landed.

 

DC's neighborhoods each carry their own distinct identity — from the vibrant murals of Shaw to the leafy residential calm of Cleveland Park, from the bustling restaurant rows of 14th Street NW to the waterfront energy of The Wharf. Foodies will find themselves spoiled for choice, with a culinary scene that spans Ethiopian, Salvadoran, New American, and everything in between. And for those who love the outdoors, Rock Creek Park offers miles of trails tucked right into the fabric of the city.

 

This is a place where your career has room to breathe and your personal life has room to thrive — a rare combination that makes relocating here feel less like a decision and more like an inevitability.

 

A Team Built on Trust and Timing

 

Inside the OR, there is no margin for hesitation. Every person on the surgical team plays a role that is irreplaceable, and the best teams move as one — reading the room, responding before being asked, and holding the standard no matter how long the case runs. That's the kind of team you'll be joining here.

 

You won't just be executing tasks in a sterile field. You'll be recognized as a cornerstone of surgical success — someone whose preparation, instincts, and consistency make the difference between a good outcome and a great one. Your expertise won't go unnoticed here. It will be counted on.

 

Take the Next Step

 

If you're searching for a position where your skills are deeply valued, your schedule works for your life, and your daily work genuinely changes lives, this is it.

 

Apply today and bring your surgical precision to a team — and a city — that demands excellence and rewards it in full.

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