Surgical Technologist Jobs in Alabama
Surgical Technologist jobs in Alabama are in steady demand, concentrated across hospital systems, ambulatory surgery centers, and specialty surgical practices, with openings at every experience level from new graduates to seasoned senior scrub techs. The busiest hiring metros are Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile, where large employers like UAB Medicine, Huntsville Hospital, and Providence Hospital maintain consistent surgical technologist needs. Orthopedic, cardiovascular, and general surgery are the most sought-after specialties across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler seeks a Surgical Technologist with strong trauma and multi-specialty surgical experience for a Level II Trauma Center surgery unit.
Details
- Level II Trauma Center with Level III NICU and Primary Stroke Center designation
- General/Trauma surgical unit that also backs up Ortho, Neuro, and ENT services
- Minimal pediatric patient population, typically Ortho cases
- 1:1 patient ratio
- 12-hour day shifts beginning at 6:30 am, Wednesday through Friday plus call
- 36 standard hours per week
- Uses Cerner EMR, Plum 360 IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Spacelabs monitors
- No floating required
- On-call rotation required for all service lines except Open Heart, typically one day per week from 3p-7a and one weekend per month Friday 3p through Monday 7a
- Expected to work one holiday per contract
Requirements
- Strong experience required in Trauma (excluding burns), Neuro, General, Vascular, ENT, Ortho spine, Gyn, Urology, and Plastics
- Robotics experience for both General and Neuro cases required; strong experience with Mazor or DaVinci XI robotic systems preferred
- Vascular Tech candidates must be competent in AAA, carotids, AVG, AVF, Fem-Fem bypass, and aorta bi-fem procedures, with endovascular experience preferred
- CVOR experience needed only if supporting Open Heart cases
- Certification preferred but not required
- License required if applicable
- Minimum of 2 years of experience required for first-time travelers; candidates with only 1 year of experience will not be accepted
Additional Information
- Support staff on the unit includes ORA, desk assistant, FA's, charge nurse, and team leaders for service lines
- Orientation consists of 2 weeks on day shift, with buddy call expected during orientation
- Green scrubs are provided
- Parking available in a deck
- Does not accept local candidates within a 60-mile radius of the facility
- Former perm staff must wait 6 months before being considered for a travel assignment
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler seeks a Surgical Technologist with strong trauma and multi-specialty surgical experience for a Level II Trauma Center surgery unit.
Details
- Level II Trauma Center with Level III NICU and Primary Stroke Center designation
- General/Trauma surgical unit that also backs up Ortho, Neuro, and ENT services
- Minimal pediatric patient population, typically Ortho cases
- 1:1 patient ratio
- 12-hour day shifts beginning at 6:30 am, Wednesday through Friday plus call
- 36 standard hours per week
- Uses Cerner EMR, Plum 360 IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Spacelabs monitors
- No floating required
- On-call rotation required for all service lines except Open Heart, typically one day per week from 3p-7a and one weekend per month Friday 3p through Monday 7a
- Expected to work one holiday per contract
Requirements
- Strong experience required in Trauma (excluding burns), Neuro, General, Vascular, ENT, Ortho spine, Gyn, Urology, and Plastics
- Robotics experience for both General and Neuro cases required; strong experience with Mazor or DaVinci XI robotic systems preferred
- Vascular Tech candidates must be competent in AAA, carotids, AVG, AVF, Fem-Fem bypass, and aorta bi-fem procedures, with endovascular experience preferred
- CVOR experience needed only if supporting Open Heart cases
- Certification preferred but not required
- License required if applicable
- Minimum of 2 years of experience required for first-time travelers; candidates with only 1 year of experience will not be accepted
Additional Information
- Support staff on the unit includes ORA, desk assistant, FA's, charge nurse, and team leaders for service lines
- Orientation consists of 2 weeks on day shift, with buddy call expected during orientation
- Green scrubs are provided
- Parking available in a deck
- Does not accept local candidates within a 60-mile radius of the facility
- Former perm staff must wait 6 months before being considered for a travel assignment
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What Alabama Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in surgical technologist jobs across Alabama.
- CST certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting preferred or required
- Completion of an accredited surgical technology program (AAS degree or diploma)
- Minimum one to two years of scrub experience in an acute care or surgical center setting
- Demonstrated proficiency scrubbing general surgery, orthopedic, or cardiovascular procedures
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift or reposition patients and equipment
Surgical Technologist Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a surgical technologist in Alabama?
Alabama does not require a state-issued license for surgical technologists, but most employers require completion of an accredited surgical technology program and the Certified Surgical Technologist credential from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. Programs are offered at several Alabama community colleges, including Wallace State and Jefferson State. Earning your CST before applying makes you competitive at the major hospital systems and surgery centers across the state.
How much do surgical technologists make in Alabama?
Surgical technologists in Alabama earn a median of about $49,420 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $36,490 for the lowest 10% to over $64,360 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire surgical technologists in Alabama?
Employers hiring surgical technologists in Alabama right now include UAB Medicine, USA Health, and Baptist Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Alabama's large academic medical centers and regional health systems generate the most consistent volume of surgical technologist openings across specialties.
Which Alabama cities have the most surgical technologist jobs?
Mobile, Birmingham, and Gadsden account for the most surgical technologist openings in Alabama. Birmingham drives the highest volume as the state's largest metro and home to UAB Medicine and a dense cluster of specialty surgical practices, while Huntsville's growth in population and healthcare infrastructure has made it an increasingly active market, and Mobile anchors surgical hiring along the Gulf Coast.
How can I get hired as a surgical technologist in Alabama with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited surgical technology program at an Alabama community college, such as Wallace State or Jefferson State, and pursuing a new-graduate position at a large hospital system like UAB Medicine or Huntsville Hospital, which regularly bring on new grads for orientation-heavy roles. Candidates coming from adjacent positions such as surgical technician aide, sterile processing technician, or certified nursing assistant have a clear path in. Earning your CST credential early significantly strengthens your application.
Where can I find and apply to surgical technologist jobs in Alabama?
You can find and apply to surgical technologist jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search for roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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