Surgical Technologist Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Surgical technologists can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the role requires specialized healthcare technology training and certification. Most positions require completion of an accredited surgical technology program plus certification from NBSTSA or NCCT. Healthcare systems and large hospitals are the most common sponsors. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Number of OR’s: 5
Service Lines: Burn, Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, Adult dental, pulmonary, and GI.
Hours of operation: OR 7:30 am - 5:00 pm block schedule
This is a full time, 40 hours/week position (7-530x4 days per week, 1-2 late shifts per week). No nights, no weekends, No UNC recognized holidays.
Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.
Summary
The Surgical Technologist II works under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Performs surgical scrub duties across multiple services. Serves as a resource in at least one service line.
Responsibilities:
Performs all the duties and responsibilities of Level I plus the following:
- Performs technical skill duties in all operating room specialty service areas, ensuring that proper technical practices are employed according to accepted standards of process.
- Provides proper maintenance, assembly, handling, and sterilization techniques of specialty instrumentation.
- Follows aseptic technique. Proactively identifies contamination and/or breaks in aseptic technique and implements corrective actions.
- Performs surgical counts. Follows policies and procedures for incorrect counts and reports discrepancies appropriately.
- Establishes and maintains sterile field and assures team maintains sterile environment independently. Labels drugs and solutions; monitors quantities used.
- Assists in the proper identification, preparation, handling, and labeling of surgical specimens.
- Actively participates in the planning and set up of instruments, supplies, and surgical drapes in an organized manner to provide optimal accessibility during the procedure.
- Assists the surgeon, demonstrating an understanding of the patient’s anatomy and abnormalities which affect the surgical procedure.
- Demonstrates appropriate and correct case preparation. Assists in picking cases and planning of instrument needs. Corrects deficiencies at the case level.
- Recognizes and modifies scrubbing procedures based on pertinent information to develop modifications to standard approaches to care and communicates with the surgical team. Responds to surgical emergencies and follows hospitalwide emergency management plans.
- Inventories, receives, and stores supplies under the direction of Surgical Services leadership.
- Serves as role model for new hires, on the job trainees, and other identified teammates. Serves as a mentor for Surgical Tech peers and participates in teaching, guiding, and evaluating the performance of peers during orientation and annual review process.
- Identifies and reports defective instruments, supplies, and equipment. Assists with restocking operating/procedure rooms and sub-sterile areas.
- Assists the registered nurse during the intraoperative implementation phase of nursing practice.
- Participates in data collection for research projects under the direction of an RN.
- Operates complex equipment and other resources in the operating room, troubleshooting as necessary.
Other Information
Education Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology or Nursing Program; or Graduate of a Military Training Program in Surgical Technology; or Formal education/training may be substituted for individuals with 5+ years of prior experience as a surgical tech.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or Tech in Surgery (TS-C) through The National Center of Competency Testing.
Professional Experience Requirements:
- 3+ years
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
- Successful completion of service specific portion of the UNC Health Surgical Technologist competencies.
- Strong communication skills/customer service relations.
- Excellent organizational/priority setting skill.
- Ability to function effectively as a mentor & team player.
- On-call (May be a requirement depending on the position).
Job Details
Legal Employer: STATE
Entity: UNC Medical Center
Organization Unit: UNCH Operating Room 4th Floor
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Salary Range: $24.98 - $35.91 per hour (Hiring Range)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.
Description
Number of OR’s: 5
Service Lines: Burn, Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, Adult dental, pulmonary, and GI.
Hours of operation: OR 7:30 am - 5:00 pm block schedule
This is a full time, 40 hours/week position (7-530x4 days per week, 1-2 late shifts per week). No nights, no weekends, No UNC recognized holidays.
Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.
Summary
The Surgical Technologist II works under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Performs surgical scrub duties across multiple services. Serves as a resource in at least one service line.
Responsibilities:
Performs all the duties and responsibilities of Level I plus the following:
- Performs technical skill duties in all operating room specialty service areas, ensuring that proper technical practices are employed according to accepted standards of process.
- Provides proper maintenance, assembly, handling, and sterilization techniques of specialty instrumentation.
- Follows aseptic technique. Proactively identifies contamination and/or breaks in aseptic technique and implements corrective actions.
- Performs surgical counts. Follows policies and procedures for incorrect counts and reports discrepancies appropriately.
- Establishes and maintains sterile field and assures team maintains sterile environment independently. Labels drugs and solutions; monitors quantities used.
- Assists in the proper identification, preparation, handling, and labeling of surgical specimens.
- Actively participates in the planning and set up of instruments, supplies, and surgical drapes in an organized manner to provide optimal accessibility during the procedure.
- Assists the surgeon, demonstrating an understanding of the patient’s anatomy and abnormalities which affect the surgical procedure.
- Demonstrates appropriate and correct case preparation. Assists in picking cases and planning of instrument needs. Corrects deficiencies at the case level.
- Recognizes and modifies scrubbing procedures based on pertinent information to develop modifications to standard approaches to care and communicates with the surgical team. Responds to surgical emergencies and follows hospitalwide emergency management plans.
- Inventories, receives, and stores supplies under the direction of Surgical Services leadership.
- Serves as role model for new hires, on the job trainees, and other identified teammates. Serves as a mentor for Surgical Tech peers and participates in teaching, guiding, and evaluating the performance of peers during orientation and annual review process.
- Identifies and reports defective instruments, supplies, and equipment. Assists with restocking operating/procedure rooms and sub-sterile areas.
- Assists the registered nurse during the intraoperative implementation phase of nursing practice.
- Participates in data collection for research projects under the direction of an RN.
- Operates complex equipment and other resources in the operating room, troubleshooting as necessary.
Other Information
Education Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology or Nursing Program; or Graduate of a Military Training Program in Surgical Technology; or Formal education/training may be substituted for individuals with 5+ years of prior experience as a surgical tech.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or Tech in Surgery (TS-C) through The National Center of Competency Testing.
Professional Experience Requirements:
- 3+ years
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
- Successful completion of service specific portion of the UNC Health Surgical Technologist competencies.
- Strong communication skills/customer service relations.
- Excellent organizational/priority setting skill.
- Ability to function effectively as a mentor & team player.
- On-call (May be a requirement depending on the position).
Job Details
Legal Employer: STATE
Entity: UNC Medical Center
Organization Unit: UNCH Operating Room 4th Floor
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Salary Range: $24.98 - $35.91 per hour (Hiring Range)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.
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Target large healthcare systems over small practices
Major hospital networks like Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, and Kaiser Permanente have established H-1B processes. They're more likely to sponsor than small surgical centers with limited immigration experience.
Emphasize your specialized certification credentials
Highlight NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or NCCT Tech in Surgery-Certified (TS-C) credentials. These demonstrate the specialized training that supports H-1B specialty occupation requirements.
Focus on complex specialty surgical areas
Positions in cardiovascular, neurosurgery, or orthopedic surgery require more specialized knowledge and training, making them stronger candidates for H-1B approval than general surgery roles.
Document your formal surgical technology education
Ensure your diploma from an accredited surgical technology program is properly evaluated for U.S. equivalency. Most programs are 1-2 years post-secondary and may need credential evaluation.
Research state licensing requirements early
Some states require surgical technologist licensing while others don't. Check requirements for your target location, as licensing can strengthen your specialty occupation case significantly.
Apply to teaching hospitals and academic medical centers
University-affiliated hospitals often sponsor more H-1B positions and may value your specialized training more highly than community hospitals with simpler surgical programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do surgical technologists qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, when the position requires specialized surgical technology training and certification. You'll typically need completion of an accredited surgical technology program plus CST or TS-C certification. The role must demonstrate specialty occupation requirements through specific technical knowledge and formal education in surgical procedures.
What degree do I need as a surgical technologist for visa sponsorship?
Most surgical technologist H-1B visa positions require completion of an accredited surgical technology certificate or associate degree program, plus certification from NBSTSA or NCCT. A bachelor's degree isn't always required, but formal postsecondary surgical technology education and certification are essential for specialty occupation classification.
Which employers sponsor surgical technologists for work visas?
Large hospital systems, academic medical centers, and specialty surgical facilities are most likely to sponsor. Examples include Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, Johns Hopkins, and Kaiser Permanente. These employers have established H-1B processes and regularly hire international healthcare workers with specialized training.
How competitive is H-1B approval for surgical technologist positions?
Approval rates depend on how well the position demonstrates specialty occupation requirements. Roles in complex surgical specialties with formal education requirements have better chances than general surgical tech positions. Certification requirements and specialized training strengthen the case significantly.
Can I get an H-1B as a surgical technologist without a bachelor's degree?
Yes, if you have specialized surgical technology training and certification. Many successful cases involve associate degrees or certificates from accredited surgical technology programs plus CST/TS-C certification. The key is demonstrating that the role requires specialized knowledge obtained through formal postsecondary education in surgical technology.
How to find Surgical Technologist jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Surgical Technologist jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting healthcare professionals with sponsoring employers. Focus on hospitals, surgical centers, and healthcare systems that commonly sponsor H-1B and EB-3 visas for medical support roles. These employers often have ongoing staffing needs and established visa sponsorship processes for qualified surgical technologists.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Surgical Technologist jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.