Operating Room Technician - Dynamic Perioperative Team

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center; Weehawken (NJ); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in New Jersey is seeking an enthusiastic Operating Room Technician to support the surgical team. You will help prepare the OR, assist surgeons and nurses, and ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes sterile technique, collaboration with perioperative staff, and ongoing learning through quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with accredited OR technician training.
• AST certification and BLS certification required.
• Experience in perioperative environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing operating rooms for surgical procedures with sterile instruments and supplies.
• Providing skilled scrub support to surgeons and nursing staff during procedures.
• Maintain sterile technique and infection prevention throughout operations.
• Handle, pass, and organize surgical instruments and equipment with precision.
• Assist with direct patient care before, during, and after surgery while prioritizing patient safety.
• Support preparation and cleaning of instruments and OR equipment between cases.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and perioperative team to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ongoing professional development.
• Adhere to regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma

Accredited OR technician program

Job description

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in New Jersey is seeking an enthusiastic Operating Room Technician to support the surgical team. You will help prepare the OR, assist surgeons and nurses, and ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes sterile technique, collaboration with perioperative staff, and ongoing learning through quality improvement initiatives.