Surgical Technologist Jobs

Surgical Technologist jobs are open across hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and specialty clinics, from entry-level to lead and first-assist roles, with specializations in orthopedics, cardiovascular, and neurosurgery. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles808+
Top stateTexas
Top employerTrinity Health
Top cityBoston, MA
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Maury Regional Health
Surgical Technologist
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Maury Regional Health
New 2h ago
Surgical Technologist
Maury Regional Health
Columbia, Tennessee
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None

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Beth Israel Lahey Health
Surgical Technologist
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Beth Israel Lahey Health
New 6h ago
Surgical Technologist
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Boston, Massachusetts
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$38 - $56/hr
On-Site
High School

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Beth Israel Lahey Health
Surgical Technologist
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Beth Israel Lahey Health
New 6h ago
Surgical Technologist
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Burlington, Massachusetts
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$38 - $56/hr
On-Site
Associate's

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UF Health
Surgical Technologist
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UF Health
New 6h ago
Surgical Technologist
UF Health
Saint Augustine, Florida
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Trinity Health
Certified Surgical Technologist
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Trinity Health
New 6h ago
Certified Surgical Technologist
Trinity Health
Syracuse, New York
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Support
$28 - $39/hr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Surgical Technologist Job Market

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

Who's Hiring

  • Trinity Health
    Trinity Health46
  • CHRISTUS Health
    CHRISTUS Health35
  • Banner Health
    Banner Health31
  • Advocate Aurora Health
    Advocate Aurora Health27
  • Atrium Health
    Atrium Health26

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services698
  • Education60
  • Consulting & Professional Services10
  • Insurance6
  • Non-Profit & Social Services6

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in surgical technologist jobs.

  • CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) credential through NBSTSA or equivalent
  • Associate degree or certificate from an accredited surgical technology program
  • Minimum one to two years of scrubbing experience in an acute care setting
  • Proficiency in sterile technique and surgical instrument preparation
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) certification current at time of hire
  • Familiarity with electronic health record and case documentation systems

Tips for Your Surgical Technologist Job Search

Lead with your specialty certifications first

Put your CST credential and any specialty certifications like NCCT or CSFA at the top of your resume, not buried in a footer. Hiring managers scanning scrub tech applications filter on credentials before reading anything else.

List procedures by count and complexity

Employers want to know how many cases you've scrubbed and at what acuity. Name the procedure categories you've assisted, such as total joints, open hearts, or craniotomies, rather than listing generic surgical support tasks.

Target openings by service line not just title

Search by specialty, such as orthopedic surgical tech or cardiovascular surgical tech, not only the generic title. Facilities posting for a specific service line often move faster and have clearer onboarding than general OR postings.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists 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 walkthrough in interviews

Most surgical technologist interviews include a scenario question where you walk through your sterile field setup or instrument-passing sequence step by step. Practice narrating your process aloud so your technique is clear without visual demonstration.

Negotiate call requirements before accepting

Call and weekend obligations vary widely between facilities and rarely appear in postings. Ask directly how many call shifts per month are expected and whether on-call pay is flat or hourly, so you can compare offers accurately.

Surgical Technologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most surgical technologists?

The companies hiring the most surgical technologists right now include Trinity Health, CHRISTUS Health, and Banner Health, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Pennsylvania, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Ambulatory surgery centers and large health systems consistently post the highest volume of openings.

How many surgical technologist jobs are remote?

About 0% of surgical technologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most OR roles. The sub-areas most likely to include remote or hybrid options are surgical technology education, clinical coordination, and sterile processing oversight rather than direct scrub positions.

How do you become a surgical technologist?

You complete an accredited surgical technology program, typically an associate degree or certificate offered through community colleges or vocational schools. After graduating, you sit for the CST exam through the NBSTSA to earn your credential. Most employers require at least one clinical rotation completed during your program before they consider new graduates for open positions.

Can you get hired as a surgical technologist with little experience?

Yes, new graduates who completed a full clinical rotation during their program are regularly hired into entry-level scrub tech roles. Highlighting the specific procedure categories you scrubbed during your externship, your case count, and any specialty exposure such as orthopedics or general surgery strengthens your application even without paid experience.

What does the surgical technologist interview process look like?

Most surgical technologist interviews start with a phone screen focused on your credentials and availability, followed by an in-person or video interview with an OR manager or lead tech. Expect scenario-based questions about sterile field management, instrument counts, and how you handle a break in technique. Some facilities also include a brief facility tour or a conversation with the OR team.

Where can I find and apply to surgical technologist jobs?

You can find and apply to surgical technologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing from the same page.

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