Surgical Technologist I, OR

WakeMed; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Relocation assistance

Career ladder: Tech I–IV

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Free onsite parking

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

WakeMed in Cary, NC is looking for a Surgical Technologist to join our OR team. You will support surgeons and nurses to deliver safe, seamless patient care and ensure sterile environments and required equipment are ready for procedures.

No prior experience is required; we provide a clear career ladder from Tech I–IV and comprehensive benefits, including a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, tuition reimbursement, and loan forgiveness eligibility.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist required or OR Tech in Surgery required.
• Education: high school diploma or equivalent and graduate surgical technology.
• Military pathway available for surgical tech training.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and manage sterile environments to keep patients safe.
• Assist surgeons and RNs during procedures, ensuring the right tools are ready at the right time.
• Help maintain equipment and operating room readiness.
• Apply knowledge of anatomy, surgical procedures, and technology daily.
• Support a wide variety of cases—ortho experience is a plus but not required.

Skills

Sterile technique

Surgical assistance

Anatomy knowledge

OR setup

Equipment handling

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Graduate Surgical Technology

Military - Surgical Technology

Job description

Overview

If you’re passionate about being hands-on in the OR and want to be part of a team that truly makes a difference, this role might be your perfect fit. As a Surgical Technologist, you’ll be a key player in helping our surgeons and nurses deliver safe, seamless care for patients of all ages. You’ll keep the OR running smoothly, make sure equipment is ready to roll, and use your sterile technique expertise to support procedures from start to finish.

What You’ll Do

• Set up, maintain, and manage sterile environments to keep patients safe
• Assist surgeons and RNs during procedures, ensuring the right tools are ready at the right time
• Help maintain equipment and operating room readiness
• Apply your knowledge of anatomy, surgical procedures, and technology every day
• Support a wide variety of cases—ortho experience is a plus, but not required

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Sign-on bonus/relocation up to $15,000 for qualified candidates
• Newly adjusted salary rates
• Career ladder for Surgical Techs I–IV
• Comprehensive benefits + tuition reimbursement
• Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Free onsite parking
• Tons of professional development opportunities

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Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Certified Surgical Technologist Required - Or Tech In Surgery Required

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required - And Graduate Surgical Technology Required - Or Military - Surgical Technology Required

Experience

No Experience Required