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Operating Jobs in Austin, TX (NOW HIRING)

Operating Room Nurse

Round Rock, TX

$34.75 - $47.25/hr

As a Operating Room Nurse, your voice to influence patient care is valued and empowered at every turn -whether through open, collaborative relationships with your direct manager or more formal ...

Operating Room Nurse

Austin, TX

$37 - $50.25/hr

RN Operating Room Circulator Texas Orthopedic Center of Excellence is hiring a Operating Room Nurse Welcome to Texas Orthopedic Center of Excellence We have 5 OR rooms and 1 Treatment room. We ...

Operating Room Nurse

Austin, TX

$37 - $50.25/hr

Job Summary and Qualifications We are seeking an Operating Room Nurse for our ambulatory surgery center who demonstrates the values of our company by caring like family. You will be an amazing ...

Operating Room Nurse

Austin, TX

$37 - $50.25/hr

Job Summary and Qualifications We are seeking an Operating Room Nurse for our ambulatory surgery center who demonstrates the values of our company by caring like family. You will be an amazing ...

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How much do operating jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for operating in Austin, TX is $23.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $27.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are considered operations jobs?

Operations jobs involve managing and overseeing the daily activities that keep a business or organization running efficiently. These roles can include supply chain management, logistics, facilities management, and process improvement, often requiring skills in organization, problem-solving, and familiarity with tools like ERP systems. They are essential for ensuring smooth workflow and operational success across various industries.

What is the difference between Operating vs Maintenance?

AspectOperatingMaintenance
Required credentialsTraining in equipment operation, safety certificationsTechnical certifications, repair training
Work environmentProduction floors, factories, plantsWorkshops, repair sites, plant areas
Employer usageOperators run machinery dailyMaintenance staff service and repair equipment
Common search intentHow to operate machineryHow to maintain or repair equipment

Operating involves running and controlling machinery or equipment during production, focusing on daily operation and safety. Maintenance centers on repairing, servicing, and ensuring equipment functions properly over time. Both roles are essential in industrial settings but differ in responsibilities and skill sets.

What is an operating job?

An operating job involves managing and controlling machinery, equipment, or systems to ensure efficient production or service delivery. These roles often require technical skills, attention to safety protocols, and familiarity with tools or software related to the specific industry. Examples include machine operators, plant operators, and equipment technicians.

What jobs pay $10,000 a month without a degree?

High-paying jobs that can reach $10,000 a month without a degree often include roles such as sales managers, real estate brokers, commercial pilots, and skilled trades like electricians or plumbers. Success in these fields typically depends on experience, skills, certifications, and performance rather than formal education.

What is the highest paying operator job?

The highest paying operator jobs are often in specialized fields such as oil and gas drilling operators, power plant operators, or industrial machinery operators, with salaries exceeding $80,000 annually. Senior roles, those with advanced certifications, or operators in high-demand industries tend to earn the most. Experience, technical skills, and certifications like OSHA or industry-specific licenses can significantly impact earnings.
What are the most commonly searched types of Operating jobs in Austin, TX? The most popular types of Operating jobs in Austin, TX are:
What cities near Austin, TX are hiring for Operating jobs? Cities near Austin, TX with the most Operating job openings:
Infographic showing various Operating job openings in Austin, TX as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,797 per year, or $23.9 per hour.
Operating Room Nurse

$34.75 - $47.25/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Mission Hospital (Asheville) rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

750th of 999 rated hospitals


Job description

As a Operating Room Nurse, your voice to influence patient care is valued and empowered at every turn -whether through open, collaborative relationships with your direct manager or more formal opportunities through hospital councils and national nursing initiatives. You'll help shape decisions that elevate both patient outcomes and the future of nursing.
Job Summary and Qualifications
We are seeking an Operating Room Nurse for our ambulatory surgery center who demonstrates the values of our company by caring like family. You will be an amazing addition to our team by contributing your expertise in the circulating or scrub role. You will ensure safe and effective nursing care until your patient is transferred from your care to recovery.
What you will do in this role:

  • Oversee the instrument and equipment set-up for your OR, including utilization of preference cards and ability to anticipate your surgeons needs
  • Coordinate and oversee your room during a case as the circulator
  • You will facilitate effective and efficient transition between surgical procedures
  • Utilize appropriate body mechanics in moving your patients to stretchers and OR tables to prevent injury
  • Manage your patients care and medication, including assistance with anesthesia
  • Consistently review your charts for completeness, in accordance with documentation protocols prior to and after the surgical procedure
Qualifications you will need:
  • Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing
  • Minimum 1 year of experience in an operating room setting, preferably in an ambulatory surgery center
  • Active RN license as required by state of employment or appropriate compact licensure
  • Valid BCLS Certification upon employment ***online certification not acceptable
  • ACLS as required by facility
  • PALS is preferred, but may be required at some facilities
  • CNOR certification preferred
Benefits
Columbia Oakwood Surgery Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
"Nurses are essential to the delivery of healthcare and serve as its foundation. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to equipping nurses with the tools and resources they need to deliver exceptional patient care, championing the profession, and supporting the advancement of nursing's future."
Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC
Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive
HCA Healthcare
Oakwood Surgery Center is part of the Surgery Ventures Group, powered by HCA Healthcare. We provide care to the northern suburbs of the Austin and Round Rock area, with a skilled team of registered nurses and techs. Our high performing, state of the art facility completes about 900 cases each month and has eight operating rooms and two endoscopy suites. We offer ophthalmology, retina, endoscopy, ENT, podiatry, urology, GYN, dental, oculoplastics, and orthopedic specialty services.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
If this opportunity is your next step in your career path, we encourage you to apply for our Operating Room Nurse opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing, apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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