Certified Surgical Technologist

International SOS Government Medical Services•Houston, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Support high-quality surgical care in a collaborative operating room environment where precision, teamwork, and patient safety are central to daily practice. This role offers the opportunity to contribute across a wide range of surgical procedures while working alongside experienced multidisciplinary healthcare teams in Iraq. At International SOS Government Medical Services, headquartered in Houston, Texas, you'll contribute to programs that support healthcare delivery, operational readiness, and workforce wellbeing across the U.S. and internationally. Whether serving in a clinical, operational, or business capacity, your work plays an important role in helping organizations operate safely and effectively. Founded in 1984, International SOS operates in more than 90 countries, providing healthcare, medical assistance, emergency response, and workforce support services worldwide. Learn more at internationalsos.com. Deliver hands-on surgical support in a collaborative clinical environment focused on patient safety, procedural excellence, and coordinated perioperative care. This position practices within an established surgical setting in Iraq, supporting physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams across a variety of operative procedures. The Surgical Technologist plays an integral role in maintaining efficient operating room workflow, preparing sterile environments, and supporting safe patient care throughout the surgical continuum.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program or equivalent military surgical training program.
Current CST or TS-C certification and current BLS certification required.
3+ years of recent Surgical Technologist experience, including recent hands-on clinical practice within the past year.
U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident with a valid passport
Ability to obtain and maintain MRPT security clearance and meet pre-deployment physical requirements.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience supporting military, government, or international healthcare environments.

Responsibilities

Prepare operating rooms, surgical instruments, and sterile supplies to support efficient procedural workflow and patient safety.
Assist surgical teams during procedures by maintaining sterile technique, anticipating procedural needs, and supporting effective intraoperative coordination.
Support patient positioning, transfer, and perioperative care activities while monitoring for changes that may impact procedural safety.
Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment in accordance with infection prevention standards and established protocols.
Document surgical activities and supply usage while contributing to a safe, organized, and compliant clinical environment.
Participate in emergency response and mass casualty preparedness activities as part of the broader healthcare operations team.