Operating Room Technician

Operating Room Technician (OR Tech) Position Summary The Operating Room Technician supports the surgical team by assisting with operating room turnover, sterile processing, instrumentation decontamination, and patient care activities. This position offers on-the-job training for individuals interested in developing skills in the perioperative setting, including assisting with orthopedic procedures as a sterile retractor holder.

Responsibilities

• Perform operating room turnover between surgical cases.
• Assist with room setup, equipment movement, and supply management.
• Learn sterile processing, instrument decontamination, assembly, and sterilization procedures.
• Train to scrub into designated orthopedic cases and assist as a retractor holder.
• Assist with patient transfers and positioning.
• Follow infection control, safety, and sterile technique standards.
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and support staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Healthcare experience preferred but not required.
• Strong willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and professional.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry instrument trays and supplies.
• Ability to push, pull, and move equipment.
• Ability to assist with transferring and positioning patients.

Ideal Candidate: A highly motivated team player with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a desire to learn all aspects of the operating room and sterile processing environment.