Surgical Technologist Jobs in Texas
Surgical Technologist jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand in hospital systems, ambulatory surgery centers, and trauma and cardiovascular units at every level from new graduate to senior surgical tech. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio are the primary hiring hubs, anchored by employers like HCA Healthcare, Baylor Scott & White Health, and Methodist Health System, all of which maintain large surgical volumes across their Texas facilities. The most in-demand specialties are cardiovascular, orthopedic, and neurosurgical technology. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
Summary:
Performs a variety of technical duties to assist in preparing and caring for pre-operative patients. Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards. Maintains aseptic techniques; actively monitors situations that could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Provides comfort and support for pre-operative patients by demonstrating sensitivity to patient care and privacy. Transports patients to and from the Operating Room suite. Positions patients according to the type of surgery. Identifies and cares for biological specimens. Prepares the Operating Room by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies according to type of case.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Under the direction of a professional nurse, performs all processes that relate to the delivery of direct patient care and assistance care in the OR prior to and during any surgical procedure.
- Ability to proficiently scrub 3 specialty areas including but not limited to: Transplants, Open Heart, Urology, Neurology, Titanium Rib, Robotics, etc. is highly preferred.
- Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments, and sutures to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician.
- Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR.
- Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.
- Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient.
- Cooperates in team planning and execution.
- Maintains a safe environment by always implementing technical and aseptic practices.
- Demonstrates clinical expertise in the use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment.
- Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations.
- Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes, and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
- Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility.
- Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
- Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required
- Completion of the Surgical Technology program or an accredited LVN/LPN program is required
Experience
- 2 or more years of experience preferred
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- BLS required
- Certified Surgical Technologist within 180 days of graduation or LVN/LPN License required
Work Schedule:
5 Days - 8 Hours
Work Type:
Full Time
Description
Summary:
Performs a variety of technical duties to assist in preparing and caring for pre-operative patients. Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards. Maintains aseptic techniques; actively monitors situations that could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Provides comfort and support for pre-operative patients by demonstrating sensitivity to patient care and privacy. Transports patients to and from the Operating Room suite. Positions patients according to the type of surgery. Identifies and cares for biological specimens. Prepares the Operating Room by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies according to type of case.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Under the direction of a professional nurse, performs all processes that relate to the delivery of direct patient care and assistance care in the OR prior to and during any surgical procedure.
- Ability to proficiently scrub 3 specialty areas including but not limited to: Transplants, Open Heart, Urology, Neurology, Titanium Rib, Robotics, etc. is highly preferred.
- Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments, and sutures to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician.
- Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR.
- Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.
- Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient.
- Cooperates in team planning and execution.
- Maintains a safe environment by always implementing technical and aseptic practices.
- Demonstrates clinical expertise in the use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment.
- Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations.
- Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes, and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
- Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility.
- Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
- Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required
- Completion of the Surgical Technology program or an accredited LVN/LPN program is required
Experience
- 2 or more years of experience preferred
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- BLS required
- Certified Surgical Technologist within 180 days of graduation or LVN/LPN License required
Work Schedule:
5 Days - 8 Hours
Work Type:
Full Time
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Surgical Technologist Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- United Surgical Partners16
- Medical City Healthcare14
- Memorial Hermann Health System14
- CHRISTUS Health13
- Texas Health Resources11
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in surgical technologist jobs across Texas.
- Completion of an accredited surgical technology program recognized by the Texas Department of Health
- Certified Surgical Technologist credential through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
- Hands-on clinical experience in sterile technique and surgical instrumentation
- Proficiency scrubbing a range of procedures including orthopedic, general, and laparoscopic cases
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift equipment in a fast-paced OR environment
Surgical Technologist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a surgical technologist in Texas?
You become a surgical technologist in Texas by completing an accredited surgical technology program, which most community colleges and vocational schools in Texas offer as an associate degree or certificate. After graduating, employers and credentialing bodies expect you to hold the Certified Surgical Technologist credential issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. Texas does not issue a separate state license for surgical technologists, so the national certification combined with an accredited education is the recognized pathway into the field.
How much do surgical technologists make in Texas?
Surgical technologists in Texas earn a median of about $65,220 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $39,950 for the lowest 10% to over $92,580 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire surgical technologists in Texas?
Employers hiring surgical technologists in Texas right now include United Surgical Partners, Medical City Healthcare, and Memorial Hermann Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's high concentration of large regional health systems and independent surgery centers means hiring tends to be consistent year-round rather than seasonal.
Which Texas cities have the most surgical technologist jobs?
Houston, Austin, and San Antonio have the most surgical technologist openings in Texas. Houston and Dallas drive the largest share because both cities host major medical center campuses and multi-facility health systems running high surgical volumes, while San Antonio's steady growth in ambulatory and military-affiliated healthcare creates consistent demand alongside the larger metros.
Are there remote surgical technologist jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Surgical technology is a hands-on, sterile-field role performed entirely in an operating room, so the vast majority of positions require full on-site presence. About 0% of surgical technologist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those exceptions are almost exclusively in surgical technology education, training coordination, or clinical sales support rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a surgical technologist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate or extern roles at large Texas hospital systems, where employers like HCA Healthcare and Baylor Scott & White Health regularly bring on recent graduates from accredited programs for structured OR orientation tracks. Sterile processing technician and surgical technologist assistant roles at ambulatory surgery centers are also common stepping stones, as they build direct instrument and sterile-field familiarity. Holding your Certified Surgical Technologist credential before applying, even as a new graduate, gives you a meaningful edge over candidates who have not yet tested.
Where can I find and apply to surgical technologist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to surgical technologist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the Texas market. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your specialty and experience level, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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