OR Equipment Specialist - Operating Room

Kettering Health; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Main Campus is seeking an OR Equipment Specialist to ensure the availability, setup, and reliable operation of all operating room equipment. The role emphasizes maintenance, troubleshooting, and thorough documentation to minimize downtime and support excellent patient outcomes.

The candidate should have a high school diploma and at least one year of relevant equipment maintenance experience, with familiarity in regulatory standards and strong communication skills for training

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of experience in equipment maintenance, repair, or related technical field.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards (OSHA, etc.).
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to train and support clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• The OR Equipment Specialist ensures availability, functionality, and regulatory compliance of operating room equipment; responsible for setup, maintenance, troubleshooting, and documentation to minimize downtime and support patient outcomes.

Skills

Medical equipment operation

Troubleshooting

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Communication

Staff training

Infection control

Inventory management

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Main Campus | Kettering | Full-Time | First Shift

Job Details

Kettering Health Main Campus | Kettering | Full-Time | First Shift

Responsibilities & Requirements

The OR Equipment Specialist supports safe, efficient surgical care by ensuring the availability, functionality, and regulatory compliance of all operating room equipment. This role is responsible for equipment setup, maintenance, troubleshooting, and documentation to minimize downtime and support positive patient outcomes. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Required Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Work Experience

• At least 1 year of experience in equipment maintenance, repair, or a related technical field.

Required Licenses, Certifications, And Registrations

• None required.

Skills

• Knowledge of medical and surgical equipment operation and maintenance
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
• Familiarity with regulatory standards (e.g., OSHA and other regulatory agencies)
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to train and support clinical staff
• Attention to safety and infection control procedures
• Basic computer proficiency for inventory and recordkeeping

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree in biomedical technology, engineering, or a related technical field.

Preferred Work Experience

• Experience in a healthcare or surgical services environment.

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, And Registrations

• Certification as a Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) or similar credential.