Senior Surgical Technologist - Galveston

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas, is seeking a Senior Surgical Technologist to provide advanced technical assistance to the surgical team before, during, and following procedures. You will expertly assist in operations, ensure sterile technique, and help maximize patient safety in a fast-paced operating room.

Responsibilities include checking supplies, scrubbing in, donning sterile attire, assisting with positioning and draping, passing instruments to the surgeon, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program is required.
• Five years of related experience in the field of surgical technology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Checks supplies and equipment for the surgical procedure.
• Scrubs in and maintains sterile technique during the operation.
• Assists with positioning, skin preparation and draping of patient; passes instruments to the surgeon.

Education

High school graduate or GED

Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program

Tools

Must have and maintain certification as a Surgical Technologist

Basic Life Support

Job description

• Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program
• Five years of related experience in the field of surgical technology

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED
• Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program
• Five years of related experience in the field of surgical technology

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

Required

• Must have and maintain certification as a Surgical Technologist
• Basic Life Support

Job Summary/Description

Senior Surgical Technologist provides advanced-level technical assistance to the surgical team before, during, and following surgery. Expertly assists in surgical operations under the supervision of the surgeons and registered nurses to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that the equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.

Job Duties

• Checks supplies and equipment for the surgical procedure.
• Scrubs in the prescribed manner and dons sterile gown and gloves.
• Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants.
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts.
• Assist in positioning, skin preparation and draping of patient.
• Passes instruments required during surgery to the surgeon.
• Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure.
• Assists with postoperative dressings.
• Assists circulator or scrub person in all specialties.
• Clean and prepare surgical instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Assumes accountability in maintaining tray inventory after each surgical case.
• Helps transfer patients to and from the operating table to the stretcher.
• Assists in preparing the Surgical Operating Suite for the next operation.
• Follows processes that promote Surgical Operating Suite efficiency such as First Case Starts and Case Turnover times.
• Supports new programs and provides updates to the surgeon preference cards.
• Assists in training students and new employees.
• Identifies learning needs of self and others; sets challenging and realistic goals and develops learning opportunities to meet goals.
• Demonstrates compassion and understanding.
• Displays a professional verbal and non-verbal demeanor.
• Puts needs of others above his/her own through accountability, compassion, integrity and respect.
• Functions as an independent and supportive team member.

Marginal or Periodic Functions

• Adheres to internal controls and report.

Salary Range

Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations

0875 - Jennie Sealy Hospital

Job

Patient Care

Shift

Standard

Employee Status

Non-Manager

Job Level

Day Shift

Job Posting

Sep 16, 2026, 1:32:08 PM