OPT Surgical Technologist Jobs
Surgical Technologist jobs on OPT are available at hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and specialty clinics across the U.S. Most roles require CST certification or eligibility, and STEM OPT extension does not apply to this field. Standard OPT gives you 12 months to secure employer authorization.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: UCHealth UCHlth Anschutz Inpt Pavilion, US:CO:Aurora
Department: OR Operating Room AIP
Work Schedule: Full Time, 0.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Days
Pay: $42.01 - $58.82 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience
This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option
Summary:
Performs advanced imaging and interventional support procedures for cardiovascular surgical cases in a hybrid operating room environment. Operates specialized imaging equipment to support procedural navigation and treatment while ensuring high-quality imaging, equipment performance, and adherence to safety standards.
Responsibilities:
- Provides comprehensive support for vascular and cardiac procedures, demonstrating advanced knowledge of disposable products and proficiency in the operation of thrombectomy, atherectomy, and other interventional equipment.
- Maintains strict adherence to sterile techniques and procedural standards to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Experienced in a broad range of complex vascular and cardiac interventions, including Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair (TEVAR), Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR), Physician-Modified Endograft (PMEG) procedures, peripheral extremity interventions, Transcarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR), and laser lead extractions.
- Collaborates closely with physicians and industry representatives to coordinate case planning, optimize procedural outcomes, and support the implementation of new technologies.
- Responsible for equipment quality control, maintenance, and troubleshooting, while ensuring compliance with The Joint Commission standards and regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrates advanced proficiency in operating Philips and Siemens hybrid C-arm systems, as well as specialized technologies including Penumbra, Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS), AngioJet, Jetstream, Shockwave, and ACIST systems.
- Skilled in the use of Epic and Visage (PACS) platforms for patient documentation, imaging review, and procedural workflow management.
Requirements:
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Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program or Cardiovascular Interventional Technology program.
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Licensure/Certification: Registered as a Radiologic Technologist (R) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R).
- Minimum Experience: 2 years of experience in interventional radiology, vascular surgery or hybrid OR environment of advanced imaging and procedural support Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider and any relevant life support certification as determined at position level. Preferred: Advanced certification (ARRT-VI or equivalent relevant vascular/interventional credential.)
- BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.
Employees are our number one asset.
UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program.
Recognition
- Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
- Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
- Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.
Health and well-being
- Medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
- Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
- Free Care.com membership.
- Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
- Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
- Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
- Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.
Retirement and savings
- 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
- Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
- Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.
Education and career growth
- UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
- Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
- Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
- Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
- Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.
We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.
UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
Location: UCHealth UCHlth Anschutz Inpt Pavilion, US:CO:Aurora
Department: OR Operating Room AIP
Work Schedule: Full Time, 0.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Days
Pay: $42.01 - $58.82 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience
This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option
Summary:
Performs advanced imaging and interventional support procedures for cardiovascular surgical cases in a hybrid operating room environment. Operates specialized imaging equipment to support procedural navigation and treatment while ensuring high-quality imaging, equipment performance, and adherence to safety standards.
Responsibilities:
- Provides comprehensive support for vascular and cardiac procedures, demonstrating advanced knowledge of disposable products and proficiency in the operation of thrombectomy, atherectomy, and other interventional equipment.
- Maintains strict adherence to sterile techniques and procedural standards to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Experienced in a broad range of complex vascular and cardiac interventions, including Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair (TEVAR), Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR), Physician-Modified Endograft (PMEG) procedures, peripheral extremity interventions, Transcarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR), and laser lead extractions.
- Collaborates closely with physicians and industry representatives to coordinate case planning, optimize procedural outcomes, and support the implementation of new technologies.
- Responsible for equipment quality control, maintenance, and troubleshooting, while ensuring compliance with The Joint Commission standards and regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrates advanced proficiency in operating Philips and Siemens hybrid C-arm systems, as well as specialized technologies including Penumbra, Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS), AngioJet, Jetstream, Shockwave, and ACIST systems.
- Skilled in the use of Epic and Visage (PACS) platforms for patient documentation, imaging review, and procedural workflow management.
Requirements:
-
Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program or Cardiovascular Interventional Technology program.
-
Licensure/Certification: Registered as a Radiologic Technologist (R) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R).
- Minimum Experience: 2 years of experience in interventional radiology, vascular surgery or hybrid OR environment of advanced imaging and procedural support Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider and any relevant life support certification as determined at position level. Preferred: Advanced certification (ARRT-VI or equivalent relevant vascular/interventional credential.)
- BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.
Employees are our number one asset.
UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program.
Recognition
- Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
- Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
- Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.
Health and well-being
- Medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
- Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
- Free Care.com membership.
- Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
- Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
- Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
- Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.
Retirement and savings
- 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
- Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
- Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.
Education and career growth
- UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
- Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
- Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
- Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
- Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.
We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.
UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Surgical Technologist
Target high-volume surgical facilities
Large hospital systems and multi-specialty surgical centers hire surgical technologists at higher volumes than small clinics. Higher hiring volume means more familiarity with OPT work authorization and less resistance to the paperwork involved.
Get your CST before you apply
Most employers require or strongly prefer Certified Surgical Technologist credentials. Sitting for the CST exam before job searching removes a common hiring barrier and signals readiness to work independently from day one.
Apply early in your OPT window
Surgical technologist onboarding typically takes four to six weeks due to credentialing and background checks. Applying at least two months before your start date gives employers enough runway to process your work authorization comfortably.
Address OPT proactively with recruiters
Hospital recruiters often flag OPT candidates as complicated without understanding the process. Briefly explaining that your EAD card authorizes employment without employer sponsorship often resolves hesitation before it becomes a rejection.
Focus on scrub-heavy OR environments
Busy operating rooms at trauma centers, orthopedic surgery centers, and cardiovascular units have persistent staffing shortages. Facilities with chronic understaffing are more willing to work through OPT paperwork to fill critical roles quickly.
Highlight clinical rotation hours and specialties
Employers want to know what surgical specialties you scrubbed during your program. Listing specific procedures and case counts from your clinical training makes your application stand out against candidates with vague or generic experience descriptions.
Surgical Technologist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Surgical Technologist on OPT?
Yes. If your degree is in surgical technology or a closely related allied health field, working as a surgical technologist is a qualifying use of OPT. Your employment must be directly related to your major area of study. Your EAD card authorizes you to work without your employer filing any additional immigration petition.
Does Surgical Technologist qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
No. Surgical technology programs are classified under CIP code 51.0909, which is not on the DHS STEM designated degree program list. That means your OPT authorization is limited to 12 months. Planning your job search timeline around this constraint is essential, since you cannot extend to 24 months the way engineering or computer science graduates can.
Do Surgical Technologist employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas?
It is less common than in fields like software engineering, but it does happen. Hospital systems that regularly hire foreign-educated allied health workers are most likely to have experience with H-1B visa sponsorship. During OPT, it is worth having a direct conversation with your employer about H-1B sponsorship before your OPT expiration approaches, since cap registration opens each March.
Where can I find Surgical Technologist jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate lists surgical technologist roles from employers who are open to hiring OPT students. Filtering by visa-friendly employers saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering authorization issues late in the hiring process. Searching on Migrate Mate helps you focus your applications on facilities that already understand OPT work authorization.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I lose my Surgical Technologist job?
You have a 90-day unemployment allowance across your entire OPT period. If you lose your job, that clock starts immediately. You must report the change to your DSO within 10 days. Finding a new qualifying surgical technologist role before exhausting those 90 days is critical, since exceeding the limit ends your OPT status.