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We are looking for a Surgical Technologist for our West Campus Operating Room, someone who’s ready to grow with our company. In this position, you will handle instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure, assisting the physician while performing related patient care duties in an age-appropriate manner as assigned by the circulating nurse (RN).
Think you’ve got what it takes?
- Knowledge of a wide variety of instrumentation, equipment, supplies, and surgical procedures particular to an operating room.
- Communicate effectively, be attentive, and anticipate the needs of the surgeon.
Skills & Requirements
- Required Educational program completion for surgical technologists which may include operating room/surgical training completed in the army, navy, air force, marine corps, or coast guard of the United States or in the United States Public Health Service
- Ability to operate sterilizers, microscopes, and surgical equipment related to surgical specialties, i.e., fiberoptic equipment, electrocautery unit, suction machines, orthopedic tourniquets, air powered equipment, etc. is required.
- Some experience preferred
** Applicants with 2 or more years of experience can be considered for a Surgical Technician II **
License Required (1)
- CST-SUR - Cert-Cert Surgical TECH by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, OR
- TSC-NCCT - Cert-TECH Surgery - Certified NCCT by the National Center for Competency Testing
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Performs patient care related duties.
- Prepares and assists with the preparation of the operating room according to the needs and age appropriateness of the patient and the surgical procedure as evidenced by the following, but not limited to knowledge of surgical pathology as related to the planned surgical intervention; knowledge of allergies (awareness of high-risk groups for latex allergy); knowledge and preparation of special equipment i.e., implants, prostheses, instrumentation per procedure/preference, and medications.
- Applies knowledge of the surgical procedure by anticipating the needs of the surgeon, having supplies opened or readily available in a cost-effective manner as observed by the circulating nurse/nurse manager. Seeks the circulating nurse's assistance and references the preference card when unable to decide about opening versus readily available.
- Attends and participates in in-services and other continuing education opportunities to maintain professional development.
- Maintains correct count of sponges, needles, and instruments according to the established policy and procedure 100% of the time as observed by the circulating nurse.
- Assists in the care and labeling of specimens 100% of the time as observed by the circulating nurse.
- Acknowledges the importance of patient safety by participating in the proper handling of medications within the sterile field.
- Prepares O.R. equipment and supplies while performing patient care-related duties in an age-appropriate way.
- Demonstrates effective time management skills.
- Cares for one or more of the following age groups routinely: Neonates, Infants, Toddler,
- Preschool Age, School Age, Adolescent, and Adult.
"As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards. “
We are looking for a Surgical Technologist for our West Campus Operating Room, someone who’s ready to grow with our company. In this position, you will handle instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure, assisting the physician while performing related patient care duties in an age-appropriate manner as assigned by the circulating nurse (RN).
Think you’ve got what it takes?
- Knowledge of a wide variety of instrumentation, equipment, supplies, and surgical procedures particular to an operating room.
- Communicate effectively, be attentive, and anticipate the needs of the surgeon.
Skills & Requirements
- Required Educational program completion for surgical technologists which may include operating room/surgical training completed in the army, navy, air force, marine corps, or coast guard of the United States or in the United States Public Health Service
- Ability to operate sterilizers, microscopes, and surgical equipment related to surgical specialties, i.e., fiberoptic equipment, electrocautery unit, suction machines, orthopedic tourniquets, air powered equipment, etc. is required.
- Some experience preferred
** Applicants with 2 or more years of experience can be considered for a Surgical Technician II **
License Required (1)
- CST-SUR - Cert-Cert Surgical TECH by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, OR
- TSC-NCCT - Cert-TECH Surgery - Certified NCCT by the National Center for Competency Testing
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Performs patient care related duties.
- Prepares and assists with the preparation of the operating room according to the needs and age appropriateness of the patient and the surgical procedure as evidenced by the following, but not limited to knowledge of surgical pathology as related to the planned surgical intervention; knowledge of allergies (awareness of high-risk groups for latex allergy); knowledge and preparation of special equipment i.e., implants, prostheses, instrumentation per procedure/preference, and medications.
- Applies knowledge of the surgical procedure by anticipating the needs of the surgeon, having supplies opened or readily available in a cost-effective manner as observed by the circulating nurse/nurse manager. Seeks the circulating nurse's assistance and references the preference card when unable to decide about opening versus readily available.
- Attends and participates in in-services and other continuing education opportunities to maintain professional development.
- Maintains correct count of sponges, needles, and instruments according to the established policy and procedure 100% of the time as observed by the circulating nurse.
- Assists in the care and labeling of specimens 100% of the time as observed by the circulating nurse.
- Acknowledges the importance of patient safety by participating in the proper handling of medications within the sterile field.
- Prepares O.R. equipment and supplies while performing patient care-related duties in an age-appropriate way.
- Demonstrates effective time management skills.
- Cares for one or more of the following age groups routinely: Neonates, Infants, Toddler,
- Preschool Age, School Age, Adolescent, and Adult.
"As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards. “
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Who's Hiring
- United Surgical Partners21U
- CHRISTUS Health20
- BayCare Health System15
- Mercy Health13
- Ascension10
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services104
- Staffing & Recruiting4
- Consulting & Professional Services4
- Education3
- Technology & Software3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified surgical technologist jobs.
- Current NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required
- Graduate of a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited surgical technology program
- Minimum one to two years of scrub experience in an acute care setting
- Proficiency across multiple surgical specialties including general, ortho, and laparoscopic
- Ability to respond to on-call assignments within a specified callback window
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
Tips for Your Certified Surgical Technologist Job Search
List your specialty rotations clearly
Hiring managers want to know which service lines you've scrubbed in. Break out your OR experience by specialty, such as orthopedics, general surgery, or cardiac, so they can match you to their case mix without guessing.
Highlight your CST credential prominently
Your NBSTSA certification should appear at the top of your resume, not buried in a credentials section. Many applicant tracking systems filter for 'CST' or 'NBSTSA' before a human ever reads your file.
Target openings by facility type, not just location
Ambulatory surgery centers, trauma centers, and specialty hospitals have very different case volumes and acuity levels. Filter your search by facility type to find environments that match your experience and the pace you perform best in.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists certified surgical technologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a skills verification interview
Most surgical tech interviews include a hands-on or verbal instrument identification component. Refresh your knowledge of specialty trays for the service lines listed in the job posting before you walk in, not after you get the call.
Negotiate call and weekend requirements upfront
On-call obligations vary widely between facilities and directly affect your take-home quality of life. Ask specifically about call frequency, callback windows, and weekend rotation structure during your offer conversation, before you sign.
Certified Surgical Technologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most certified surgical technologists?
The companies hiring the most certified surgical technologists right now include United Surgical Partners, CHRISTUS Health, and BayCare Health System, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand tends to concentrate in health systems with high surgical volume and trauma designations.
How many certified surgical technologist jobs are remote?
About 0% of certified surgical technologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is low compared to most healthcare roles because scrubbing requires physical presence in the OR. The subset of remote-eligible work tends to be in surgical technology education, curriculum development, or sterile processing quality review rather than direct patient care.
How do you become a certified surgical technologist?
You complete an accredited surgical technology program, typically offered through community colleges or vocational schools and accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES, which includes both classroom instruction and supervised clinical rotations. After graduating, you sit for the NBSTSA national certification exam to earn the CST credential. Most employers require the credential before your start date, so scheduling the exam promptly after graduation keeps your job search on track.
Can you get a certified surgical technologist job with little experience?
Yes, new graduates from accredited programs are regularly hired into entry-level CST roles, particularly at large health systems that run structured new-grad onboarding tracks. Your clinical rotation hours count as hands-on experience, so document every specialty you scrubbed during school. Facilities with high turnover in general surgery or ambulatory centers are often more open to candidates who are freshly certified but demonstrate solid instrument knowledge and OR etiquette.
What does the certified surgical technologist interview process look like?
Most facilities start with a phone or video screen with a recruiter to confirm credentials and availability, followed by an in-person interview with the OR manager and sometimes a lead tech. Expect questions on your specialty experience, how you handle a break in sterile technique, and your familiarity with specific instrument sets. Some hospitals add a brief practical component where you identify instruments or walk through a case setup to verify your hands-on skills before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to certified surgical technologist jobs?
You can find and apply to certified surgical technologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles by specialty, facility type, or location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and schedule preferences.
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