Operating Room Technician - Full-Time Afternoon Shift - Traverse City, MI

Munson Healthcare; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Paid holidays & PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan with employer match

Wellness plans & EAP

Job summary

Munson Healthcare in Traverse City, MI is seeking an Operating Room Technician for the full-time afternoon shift. You’ll assist in sterile prep, transport patients, and support OR staff in a fast-paced hospital environment.

The role emphasizes reliability, clear communication, and adaptable teamwork. Munson offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within northern Michigan’s leading healthcare system.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BCLS certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to perform duties in a self-directed fashion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sterile supplies and instrument handling as directed by OR staff.
• Safely transport surgical patients to and from the operating room.
• Assist with patient positioning and prepping for procedures.
• Obtain/return equipment and supplies for procedures.
• Assist with turnover and cleaning of operating rooms between procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-directed work

Flexibility & adaptability

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BCLS Certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months

Job description

Operating Room Technician - Full-Time Afternoon Shift - Traverse City, MI

• Full-time
• Shift: Day/Rotate Shift
• Status: Full Time

As northern Michigan's largest healthcare system, we are deeply connected to the communities we serve and committed to caring for our families, friends and neighbors.

When you join Munson Healthcare, you’ll find a supportive work environment that is focused on continuously improving. This is a place where you can learn and grow, and your career can flex with your life. And when you step out of work, you'll find things to do in every season--from freshwater beaches and outdoor recreation to unique restaurants and world-class wineries.

Are you ready to improve your life and join the team that improves lives in our communities every day?

• Our dynamic work environment includes many opportunities for growth and development.

Munson Healthcare:

• Balance– Get out on the water, in the woods, on the trails or around town
• Opportunity– Be a part of northern Michigan’s leading healthcare team with opportunities for personal and professional growth throughout the healthcare system
• Flexibility– A career that can change as your life changes
• Teamwork– Our people make Munson Healthcare a great place to work!

High-quality healthcare is built on a team of people committed to clinical care and behind-the-scenes services. Whether you sanitize medical equipment, deliver meals, clean patient rooms, help patients with daily care, or transport patients throughout the hospital, you’re a critical part of our Healthcare Team and caring for people when they need it most.

• Make a Difference: All employees of Munson Healthcare make a difference in patients' lives every day, directly or indirectly
• Safe Environment: Munson Healthcare is a safe place to work and to receive care.
• Opportunities for Career Growth: We offer so many opportunities for growth and development that you'll be starting more than a job with us. You'll be starting your new career!

You Will Learn How To:

• Able to perform duties in a self-directed fashion.
• Excellent communication (written or verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates professional and positive interactions.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to changes.
• Opens sterile supplies and instruments as directed by operating room (OR) staff.
• Safely transports surgical patients to and from the OR.
• Assists with position and prepping patients.
• Obtains/returns equipment and supplies for procedures.
• Assists with turnover and cleaning of operating rooms between procedures.
• Maintains supply par levels within the OR.
• Performs specimen hand-off and understand the proper handling of all specimens per policy.

• High School Diploma/GED
• BCLS required or be obtained within 6 months of hire

The Benefits of Working at Munson:

• Full benefits, paid holidays, and paid time off (up to 19 days your first year)
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing educational opportunities
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and personal consulting
• Wellness plans, an employee assistance program and employee discounts

*Terms and conditions apply

Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.