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Mission Hospital

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Brevard, NC · On-site

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Frisco, TX · On-site

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Brevard, NC · On-site

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Surgical Tech Extern PRN

Asheville, NC · On-site

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As of Jun 30, 2026, the average weekly pay for temp surgical tech extern in the United States is $1,882.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,403.85 and $2,307.69 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temp Surgical Tech Extern vs Surgical Tech?

AspectTemp Surgical Tech ExternSurgical Tech
CredentialsTypically requires certification or in trainingCertified Surgical Tech (CST) or equivalent
Work EnvironmentTemporary, often in hospitals or clinics, during externshipFull-time or part-time in surgical settings
Employer & Industry UsageUsed for externship programs, training, or internshipsPermanent or long-term surgical staff

The Temp Surgical Tech Extern is a temporary role mainly for students or trainees gaining hands-on experience, often during externships. A Surgical Tech is a certified professional working permanently in surgical environments. The externship provides practical training, while the Surgical Tech role involves ongoing responsibilities in the operating room.

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Surgical Tech Extern

Surgical Tech Extern

Cabell Huntington Hospital

Huntington, WV • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Help set up operating rooms and ensure equipment and supplies are available and in working order.

  • Assist with patient positioning, surgical prep, and maintaining a sterile field during procedures.

  • Pass instruments and provide support to the surgical tech and surgeon throughout surgical procedures.

Cabell Huntington Hospital rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

358th of 1,004 rated hospitals

Job description

Requisition #
800.NEW.082420.2
Job Title
Surgical Tech Extern
Job Class
Casual
Job Classification
Hourly
Shift Type
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Education
Some College Coursework Completed
Travel
Category
Healthcare
Location
CHH MAIN CAMPUS - Huntington, WV 25701 US (Primary)
Job Description
Cabell Huntington Hospital is seeking a casual, as needed Surgical Tech Extern to work in our Operating Room.
The incumbent will be responsible for helping to set the OR rooms up, ensuring equipment and supplies are available and in working order, assisting with patient positioning, surgical prep, assisting the surgical tech and surgeon throughout the procedure, assists with maintaining a sterile field, assists with room turnover, and proper instrument and equipment care post procedure. This position requires compliance to all hospital policies and procedures, including maintaining all competencies necessary to provide care to our patients ranging from neonate to geriatric.
The surgical tech will provide additional support including but not limited to:
  • Passing instruments for scheduled surgical procedures.
  • Hold retractors to allow for better visualization of the surgical wound/field.
  • Provide Robotic support in the role of uterine manipulator.
  • Improve efficiency with room turnover by providing additional support.
  • Assist the surgeon as needed throughout the procedure, as outlined in the surgical scrub job description.
  • Assist with patient transport, prep & proper positioning and padding for the safety of our patients.

Job Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technologists program.
    • Successfully completed the first year of the surgical tech program.
  • Must be actively pursuing Surgical Technologist Diploma and/or Certification.

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