H-1B Visa Surgical Technologist Jobs
Surgical Technologist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the position requires a specialized degree in surgical technology or a closely related field. Many hospital systems, ambulatory surgery centers, and health networks sponsor H-1B petitions for scrub techs, particularly in high-demand surgical specialties.
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Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Responsibilities
The Surgical Technologist provides safe and efficient care to the surgical patient under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and in collaboration with the surgeon. The Surgical Technologist functions primarily in the scrub role and is responsible for selecting, preparing, and maintaining instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. The Surgical Technologist possesses knowledge in the application of sterile and aseptic technique and is able to adapt to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting. The Surgical Technologist utilizes knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, surgical instrumentation and technology as a member of the surgical team. Our state-of-the-art hospital in Jacksonville includes 34 operating rooms that include an IMRI OR suite and a dedicated endovascular OR suite. We use the most modern equipment and advanced technology to create an environment that merges the art of healing with the science of medicine.
Candidates may be considered for placement into either the Surgical Technologist or Advanced Surgical Technologist role based on years of experience, specialty training, and meeting the qualifications of the higher-level position.
The Advanced Surgical Technologist expands on this foundation by supporting complex procedures, such as Cardiothoracic, Transplant, Neurosurgery, and Vascular and by contributing to protocol development, specialty instrumentation management, and workflow optimization for advanced surgical service lines. Required to provide coverage to other surgical services based on practice needs and competency outside of their primary service.
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited or military surgical technology program. Certification in Surgical Technology from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required within one year of hire date and maintained thereafter. Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.
Surgical Technologists hired at the following locations prior to the identified dates, are not required to have a Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA:
- Mayo Clinic in Florida hired prior to 11/20/2024
Additional Experience and/or Qualifications:
- Qualified candidates must have strong scrub skills in General, Urology and Gynecology; additional experience in Neurosurgery, Plastics and Orthopedics is preferred, but not required.
Licensure/Certification Required:
- Current BLS certification required upon hire.
- Certification through NBSTSA required within one year of hire date.
Qualifications and Additional Responsibilities for Advanced Surgical Technologist:
- Minimum 2+ years of independent scrubbing experience.
- Independently supports advanced procedures in one of the following specialties: Cardiothoracic, Transplant, Neurosurgery, or Vascular, or has cross-trained to work independently in three or more specialties outside of these advanced specialties.
- Manage and maintain advanced specialty instrumentation and equipment.
- Contribute to protocol and workflow development for new procedures and technologies.
- Demonstrates the ability to be prepared to handle emergencies that may include quick thinking, adaptability, and solid skills to implement emergency protocols.
- Works flexible hours, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call expectations.
Exemption Status
Nonexempt
Compensation Detail
Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
72
Schedule Details
0845-2115, days vary with holiday call requirements. May require light Nights/Weekends call coverage if needed.
Weekend Schedule
Variable
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Recruiter
Jennifer Lowery
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Responsibilities
The Surgical Technologist provides safe and efficient care to the surgical patient under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and in collaboration with the surgeon. The Surgical Technologist functions primarily in the scrub role and is responsible for selecting, preparing, and maintaining instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. The Surgical Technologist possesses knowledge in the application of sterile and aseptic technique and is able to adapt to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting. The Surgical Technologist utilizes knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, surgical instrumentation and technology as a member of the surgical team. Our state-of-the-art hospital in Jacksonville includes 34 operating rooms that include an IMRI OR suite and a dedicated endovascular OR suite. We use the most modern equipment and advanced technology to create an environment that merges the art of healing with the science of medicine.
Candidates may be considered for placement into either the Surgical Technologist or Advanced Surgical Technologist role based on years of experience, specialty training, and meeting the qualifications of the higher-level position.
The Advanced Surgical Technologist expands on this foundation by supporting complex procedures, such as Cardiothoracic, Transplant, Neurosurgery, and Vascular and by contributing to protocol development, specialty instrumentation management, and workflow optimization for advanced surgical service lines. Required to provide coverage to other surgical services based on practice needs and competency outside of their primary service.
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited or military surgical technology program. Certification in Surgical Technology from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required within one year of hire date and maintained thereafter. Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.
Surgical Technologists hired at the following locations prior to the identified dates, are not required to have a Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA:
- Mayo Clinic in Florida hired prior to 11/20/2024
Additional Experience and/or Qualifications:
- Qualified candidates must have strong scrub skills in General, Urology and Gynecology; additional experience in Neurosurgery, Plastics and Orthopedics is preferred, but not required.
Licensure/Certification Required:
- Current BLS certification required upon hire.
- Certification through NBSTSA required within one year of hire date.
Qualifications and Additional Responsibilities for Advanced Surgical Technologist:
- Minimum 2+ years of independent scrubbing experience.
- Independently supports advanced procedures in one of the following specialties: Cardiothoracic, Transplant, Neurosurgery, or Vascular, or has cross-trained to work independently in three or more specialties outside of these advanced specialties.
- Manage and maintain advanced specialty instrumentation and equipment.
- Contribute to protocol and workflow development for new procedures and technologies.
- Demonstrates the ability to be prepared to handle emergencies that may include quick thinking, adaptability, and solid skills to implement emergency protocols.
- Works flexible hours, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call expectations.
Exemption Status
Nonexempt
Compensation Detail
Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
72
Schedule Details
0845-2115, days vary with holiday call requirements. May require light Nights/Weekends call coverage if needed.
Weekend Schedule
Variable
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Recruiter
Jennifer Lowery
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Surgical Technologist
Verify your credential meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires the role to demand at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Pull the O*NET profile for Surgical Technologist and confirm your employer's job description mirrors that standard before applying.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Surgical Technologist roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation code, so you're only pursuing employers already set up to sponsor.
Align your credential to DOL wage levels
Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 29-2055 in your target metro before interviews. Knowing the Level I through Level IV wage tiers lets you evaluate whether an offer meets prevailing wage before your employer files.
Prioritize hospitals enrolled in E-Verify
Federal contractors and many large health systems are E-Verify enrolled, which signals an established HR infrastructure for work authorization. Scrub tech roles at these facilities move through LCA certification and I-129 filing faster than smaller surgical centers.
Negotiate H-1B filing costs into your offer
Federal law prohibits employers from passing the I-129 filing fee to H-1B workers, but attorney and premium processing costs vary. Clarify which fees your employer covers before signing, so there are no surprises at petition time.
Request premium processing for time-sensitive starts
If your OPT or current status expires within a few months of your start date, ask your employer to file with USCIS premium processing. It cuts adjudication to about 15 business days and reduces the risk of a gap in work authorization.
H-1B Visa Surgical Technologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Surgical Technologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the employer defines the role. USCIS evaluates whether the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in surgical technology or a directly related field. Employers who list an associate degree as sufficient may have difficulty supporting a specialty occupation argument. Your best positioning is a job description that explicitly requires a degree, not just prefers one.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Surgical Technologists?
Large hospital systems, academic medical centers, and multisite ambulatory surgery center networks are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role because they have in-house immigration counsel and established filing workflows. Smaller independent surgical centers sometimes sponsor but often lack the HR infrastructure to manage the LCA and I-129 process efficiently. Migrate Mate lets you search Surgical Technologist openings filtered by employers with verified H-1B filing history.
What documents should I prepare before a Surgical Technologist H-1B petition is filed?
Your employer will need your transcripts showing a degree in surgical technology or a related health science field, your CST certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting if applicable, and any state-specific licensure documentation. USCIS may also request a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S. Having these ready before your employer engages an attorney shortens the petition timeline.
Can my employer file my H-1B outside the April lottery cap?
Only if the employer qualifies as cap-exempt. Hospitals affiliated with universities or nonprofit research institutions are sometimes cap-exempt, meaning they can file an H-1B petition at any time of year without waiting for the October 1 start date. If your employer isn't cap-exempt, your petition must go through the annual lottery and cap-subject process, with a start date no earlier than October 1 of that fiscal year.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Surgical Technologist role changes?
A material change in duties, location, or employer requires an amended or new H-1B petition. Moving to a different surgical specialty or a different facility under the same employer's umbrella may trigger an amended filing if the SOC code or worksite address changes. USCIS requires the amendment before or concurrent with the change, not after. Confirm with your employer's immigration attorney before accepting any role modification.