Hospital Service Technician Jobs for OPT Students
Hospital Service Technician jobs are open to F-1 OPT students with degrees in healthcare administration, biomedical technology, or related fields. Most roles involve equipment maintenance, patient support, or facility operations. Your 12-month OPT window is enough to complete a full contract cycle, and STEM OPT extension may apply depending on your degree.
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Agiliti is a nationwide company of passionate medical equipment management experts who believe every interaction has the power to change a life. We proudly serve within hospitals, healthcare facilities, and our 90+ local service centers to ensure quality medical equipment is in the right place at the right time for effective patient care. Make an impact in healthcare and grow your career with Team Agiliti!
Hospital Service Technician
The Hospital Service Technician is responsible for equipment management tasks within the hospital to keep equipment flowing efficiently throughout the hospital. The HST should be committed to continual improvement of the quality, reliability, and value of our products, as well as the efficiencies of our services. They will be expected to maintain a professional relationship with all hospital staff and other personnel and act as subject-matter experts of customer service.
2nd Shift
2: 00P - 10:30P
Monday - Friday w/ rotating weekends
$17/hour + .50 shift diff
What You Will Do in This Role
- Delivers equipment to patient rooms or standby locations in patient-ready condition with appropriate software, accessories, and disposables.
- Confidently communicates with clinical staff on the topics of equipment features, functionality, etc.
- Provides a quality service, performs to quality standards, and meets both customer and company metrics.
- Picks up, cleans, and processes all equipment, preparing it for patient ready use following all company and hospital protocols.
What You Will Need for This Role
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Customer service experience required and prior work experience in hospital setting preferred.
- Basic computer skills.
- Willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays, as well as emergency off-hours as required to support a 24/7 schedule.
- Able to lift and/or push up to 75 pounds and stand and walk for long periods of time.
- Be able to frequently bend, stoop, twist, climb, crouch/squat, kneel/crawl, sit, and stand for long periods of time.
It is the policy of Agiliti to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local civil rights laws. In addition, Agiliti will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Agiliti strictly prohibits any form of retaliation against individuals who make good faith reports of alleged violations of this policy or who cooperate in Agiliti’s investigation of such reports.
You may be required to obtain certain vaccinations, or provide proof of current vaccination status, based on customer and/or company requirements. If vaccination is required, Agiliti will provide specific directions and cover the expense at a participating clinic. Please note, this includes the COVID-19 vaccination.
Agiliti offers a robust suite of benefits for regular, full-time, non-union employees including: health insurance options for Medical, Dental & Vision plans, Short- and Long-Term Disability plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Life Insurance Options, Paid Time Off, 401K Saving Plan with employer match, Employee Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Daily Pay program, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs.
Agiliti is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants consistent with state and federal law.
If you require assistance with your application, please contact recruiting@agilitihealth.com.
Primary Job Location:
Memorial Hermann - Woodlands Hospital
Job Title:
Hospital Service Technician I
Company:
Agiliti
Location City:
The Woodlands
Location State:
Texas
Who We Are
Agiliti is a nationwide company of passionate medical equipment management experts who believe every interaction has the power to change a life. We proudly serve within hospitals, healthcare facilities, and our 90+ local service centers to ensure quality medical equipment is in the right place at the right time for effective patient care. Make an impact in healthcare and grow your career with Team Agiliti!
Hospital Service Technician
The Hospital Service Technician is responsible for equipment management tasks within the hospital to keep equipment flowing efficiently throughout the hospital. The HST should be committed to continual improvement of the quality, reliability, and value of our products, as well as the efficiencies of our services. They will be expected to maintain a professional relationship with all hospital staff and other personnel and act as subject-matter experts of customer service.
2nd Shift
2: 00P - 10:30P
Monday - Friday w/ rotating weekends
$17/hour + .50 shift diff
What You Will Do in This Role
- Delivers equipment to patient rooms or standby locations in patient-ready condition with appropriate software, accessories, and disposables.
- Confidently communicates with clinical staff on the topics of equipment features, functionality, etc.
- Provides a quality service, performs to quality standards, and meets both customer and company metrics.
- Picks up, cleans, and processes all equipment, preparing it for patient ready use following all company and hospital protocols.
What You Will Need for This Role
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Customer service experience required and prior work experience in hospital setting preferred.
- Basic computer skills.
- Willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays, as well as emergency off-hours as required to support a 24/7 schedule.
- Able to lift and/or push up to 75 pounds and stand and walk for long periods of time.
- Be able to frequently bend, stoop, twist, climb, crouch/squat, kneel/crawl, sit, and stand for long periods of time.
It is the policy of Agiliti to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local civil rights laws. In addition, Agiliti will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Agiliti strictly prohibits any form of retaliation against individuals who make good faith reports of alleged violations of this policy or who cooperate in Agiliti’s investigation of such reports.
You may be required to obtain certain vaccinations, or provide proof of current vaccination status, based on customer and/or company requirements. If vaccination is required, Agiliti will provide specific directions and cover the expense at a participating clinic. Please note, this includes the COVID-19 vaccination.
Agiliti offers a robust suite of benefits for regular, full-time, non-union employees including: health insurance options for Medical, Dental & Vision plans, Short- and Long-Term Disability plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Life Insurance Options, Paid Time Off, 401K Saving Plan with employer match, Employee Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Daily Pay program, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs.
Agiliti is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants consistent with state and federal law.
If you require assistance with your application, please contact recruiting@agilitihealth.com.
Primary Job Location:
Memorial Hermann - Woodlands Hospital
Job Title:
Hospital Service Technician I
Company:
Agiliti
Location City:
The Woodlands
Location State:
Texas
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Hospital Service Technician
Target large hospital systems over smaller clinics
Large health systems like academic medical centers and regional hospital networks have dedicated HR and legal teams experienced with work authorization. Smaller clinics often lack the infrastructure to process OPT documentation quickly, which can delay your start date.
Confirm your OPT is directly related to your degree
DSOs require that your Hospital Service Technician role qualifies as directly related to your degree field. Biomedical engineering, health sciences, and clinical technology degrees typically satisfy this. Confirm with your DSO before accepting an offer to avoid jeopardizing your OPT status.
Start your job search at least 90 days before OPT begins
Hospital hiring cycles move slowly due to background checks and credentialing requirements. Starting your search 90 days out gives you time to clear pre-employment screenings without burning through your authorized work period waiting for onboarding to complete.
Ask specifically whether the employer has hired OPT students before
Hospitals that have previously onboarded OPT employees already understand EAD card requirements and reporting obligations. This reduces friction significantly. Ask recruiters directly during screening calls rather than waiting until an offer is extended to discover potential issues.
Highlight any clinical or technical certifications on your application
Certifications in biomedical equipment technology, sterile processing, or healthcare operations signal job-ready competency. For OPT applicants, these credentials help offset employer hesitation about work authorization timelines by demonstrating you can contribute from day one.
Track your unemployment days carefully throughout your OPT period
F-1 OPT students may only accumulate 90 days of unemployment during their standard OPT period. Hospital hiring timelines can stretch 4 to 8 weeks from interview to start date. Plan your application timeline to avoid exhausting your unemployment allowance before your first day.
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Can I work as a Hospital Service Technician on OPT?
Yes, provided the role is directly related to your degree field. A biomedical engineering or health sciences degree typically supports Hospital Service Technician positions involving equipment maintenance or clinical support. Roles focused purely on housekeeping or food services generally would not qualify. Confirm the connection with your DSO before accepting any offer.
Where can I find Hospital Service Technician jobs that accept OPT students?
Migrate Mate is specifically built for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job seekers and lists Hospital Service Technician roles from employers experienced with work authorization. Filtering by OPT-friendly employers saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering authorization issues after an offer is extended.
Do Hospital Service Technician roles qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree classification. If your degree falls under an approved STEM CIP code, such as biomedical engineering or health informatics, and your Hospital Service Technician role directly applies those skills, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Degrees in general health administration may not qualify. Check your degree's CIP code with your DSO.
What documents do I need to provide a hospital employer when starting on OPT?
You'll need your EAD card (Form I-766), your valid passport, your F-1 visa, your I-20 with OPT authorization endorsed by your DSO, and your I-94 arrival record. Hospital employers are required to complete Form I-9 employment eligibility verification. Present original documents at onboarding. Copies are not accepted for I-9 purposes.
What happens to my OPT status if my hospital employer is acquired or restructures?
If your employer is acquired, merged, or undergoes a name change, you must report the material change to your DSO within 10 days. As long as your job duties and work location remain substantially the same, your OPT authorization is generally unaffected. If your role changes significantly, your DSO needs to assess whether it still qualifies under your authorized field.
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