Surgical Technologists

Albany Medical Center·Albany, New York

$24 - $32/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 15 days ago

Practice for this role

Surgical Technologists · $24 - $32/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-30% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in Albany, New York ($34.10/hr, n=108)

110 similar openings in the Albany area · median $34.10/hr

$15.60/hr · lowesthighest · $175/hr

this role: $24.00/hrmedian $34.10/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 108 posted allied health roles in Albany, New York rates. This role sits in the 17th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 30% below the Albany, New York median for allied health roles.

The surgical technologist facilitates surgical procedures by maintaining a sterile field and handling instruments under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse. They are responsible for preparing the operating room, assisting with patient positioning, and performing accurate counts of surgical supplies.

Department/Unit

Operating Room

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Salary Range

$64,972.00 - $97,458.00

Surgical Technologists are allied health professionals, who are an integral part of the team of practitioners providing surgical care to patients.

Surgical technologists work under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) and a surgeon to facilitate surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the patient safety is maintained.

The surgical technologist handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure.

He/she has an understanding of the procedure and anticipates the need of the surgeon.

He/she is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.

The Surgical Technologist is able to function independently in the scrub role, and function as a circulator under the supervision of the Registered Professional Nurse.

This position may require on-call duties and rotating shifts as well.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain sterile field
Prepare operating rooms and assists with patient positioning as needed
Inspect sterile items for contamination before opening, maintains sterility while scrubbed, maintains sterility of instruments and supplies
Performance of accurate instrument, sponge and needle counts, following established policies and procedures
Qualifications
High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required
1-3 years of scrubbing experience - preferred
Familiar with all specialty services - preferred
CST - Certified Surgical Technologist Upon Hire - required

Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!

Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Requirements

Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D. and hold a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification. Additionally, a valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) state licensure is required upon hire.

high school
professional certificate
Scrubbing
Circulating
Infection control
Patient positioning
Sterile field maintenance
Surgical assistance
Surgical technology
Instrument handling
Operating room preparation
Sponge counts
Instrument counts
Needle counts

Benefits

Health care coverage
Mental wellbeing support
Emotional wellbeing support
Physical wellbeing support

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $24 - $32/hr
Location: Albany, New York
Posted: Aug 27, 2026
Application: Employer website

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