OR Tech Jobs in Texas

OR Tech jobs in Texas are concentrated in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where major health systems like HCA Healthcare, Baylor Scott & White, and University Health anchor steady demand for surgical technologists across trauma, orthopedic, and cardiovascular service lines. The Texas market supports roles from entry-level first assists to senior scrub techs specializing in robotics and minimally invasive procedures. Openings exist at community hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and large academic medical centers throughout the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles103+
Top employerTarget
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring65
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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OR Surgical Tech (Cert) FT McAllen
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STHS - MCALLEN
McAllen, Texas
Accounting
Corporate Development & M&A
BLS Certification

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OR Surgical Tech (Cert) PRN McAllen
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STHS - MCALLEN
McAllen, Texas
Accounting
Corporate Development & M&A
BLS Certification

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ClearSky Health
Patient Care Tech PCT or CNA - Full Time Day Shift
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Patient Care Tech PCT or CNA - Full Time Day Shift
ClearSky Health
Weatherford, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification

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Texas Department of Transportation
Transportation Maintenance Tech I or II
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Texas Department of Transportation
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Transportation Maintenance Tech I or II
Texas Department of Transportation
Fort Worth, Texas
Construction
Construction Management
Skilled Trades
$41k - $64k/yr
Military encouraged
10,000+

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HCA Houston Healthcare
OR Satellite Pharmacy Tech PRN
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OR Satellite Pharmacy Tech PRN
HCA Houston Healthcare
Houston, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
10,000+

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OR Tech Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
9 jobs
Dallas
6 jobs
Fort Worth
5 jobs
San Antonio
5 jobs
Austin
4 jobs
Katy
3 jobs
Galveston
3 jobs
Allen
2 jobs
Denton
2 jobs

OR Tech Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Target
    Target56
  • Texas Department of Transportation
    Texas Department of Transportation12
  • University of Texas Medical Branch
    University of Texas Medical Branch4
  • Sam's Club
    Sam's Club3
  • Texas New Mexico Power
    Texas New Mexico Power3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in OR tech jobs across Texas.

  • CST certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting preferred or required
  • Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program recognized by CAAHEP or ABHES
  • Minimum one to two years of scrub experience in a hospital or ASC setting
  • Proficiency in at least one specialty service line such as orthopedics, cardiovascular, or neurosurgery
  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • Ability to be on call and work rotating shifts including evenings and weekends

OR Tech Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an or tech in Texas?

To become an or tech in Texas, you complete an accredited surgical technology program through a community college or vocational school, then earn the Certified Surgical Technologist credential by passing the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting exam. Texas does not issue a separate state license for surgical technologists, but most Texas hospitals and health systems require the CST as a condition of employment, making it the functional standard for entry into the field.

Which companies hire or techs in Texas?

Companies currently hiring or techs in Texas include Target, Texas Department of Transportation, and University of Texas Medical Branch, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's large integrated health systems and the state's high volume of ambulatory surgery centers create consistent demand across both urban hospitals and suburban outpatient settings.

Which Texas cities have the most or tech jobs?

Houston, Dallas, and Fort Worth have the most or tech openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its large concentration of Level I trauma centers, cancer facilities, and cardiovascular programs, while Dallas-Fort Worth and San Antonio support high volume through major system headquarters and military-affiliated medical centers that operate across multiple campuses.

Are there remote or tech jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. OR tech work is fundamentally hands-on and requires physical presence in a sterile surgical field, so the role is among the least remote-compatible in healthcare. About 0% of or tech openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in education, training coordination, or surgical technology program instruction rather than direct patient care.

How can I get hired as an or tech in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to surgical technology externship or new-grad transition programs that large Texas health systems run through partnerships with community colleges. HCA Healthcare facilities across Texas and Baylor Scott & White campuses regularly take new graduates into structured orientation tracks. Candidates coming from central sterile processing or surgical prep technician roles have a meaningful edge because their sterile field experience translates directly. Completing your CAAHEP-accredited clinical hours at a Texas facility and sitting for the CST exam before applying significantly improves your chances at competitive systems.

Where can I find and apply to or tech jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to or tech jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Texas employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty experience and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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