OR Technician

RWJBarnabas Health; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 49,276 - 60,393; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an Operating Room Technician at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in New Jersey. The role involves preparing the operating room, assisting surgeons and nursing staff during procedures, and maintaining strict sterile technique for patient safety.

You will join a high-performing perioperative team focused on quality care, continuous improvement, and patient-centered outcomes. Certification requirements include AST and BLS, with on-site teamwork and ongoing clinical

Qualifications

• High school graduate with accredited Operating Room Technician program.
• Current AST certification is required.
• American Heart Association BLS certification is required.
• Willing to work in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room for procedures and ensure all equipment is ready.
• Assist surgeons and nursing staff during procedures.
• Maintain sterile technique and uphold patient safety standards.
• Support the perioperative team to optimize workflow and patient care.

Skills

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Communication

Patient safety

Sterile technique

Quality care

Lifelong learning

Education

Accredited OR Technician training program

Job description

Job Title: OR Technician

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Operating Room

Req #: 0000256815

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $35.77 - $43.84 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Operating Room Technician – RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, Operating Room Technicians become part of a highly skilled surgical team where collaboration, precision, and patient-centered care support exceptional surgical outcomes. This Operating Room Technician role offers opportunities for professional growth, hands-on experience in a dynamic perioperative environment, and a culture committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. As an Operating Room Technician, you will play an essential role in preparing the operating room, assisting surgeons and nursing staff during procedures, and helping ensure every patient receives safe, efficient, and compassionate surgical care. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every Operating Room Technician is encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

This role might be for you if:

• You thrive in a fast-paced surgical environment where attention to detail is essential
• You remain calm, focused, and adaptable during complex and evolving surgical procedures
• Strong teamwork and communication skills help you collaborate effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia providers, and other perioperative professionals
• Patient safety, sterile technique, and quality care guide every aspect of your work
• You anticipate the needs of the surgical team and take pride in supporting efficient operating room workflow
• You value continuous learning and enjoy expanding your clinical knowledge and technical skills
• Compassion, professionalism, and accountability define your approach to patient care

To be considered for this Operating Room Technician opportunity, you are passionate about supporting safe, high-quality surgical care through technical expertise and collaborative teamwork. You are a high school graduate who has successfully completed an accredited Operating Room Technician training program. Current certification through the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) and American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification are required. You are committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, surgical excellence, and professional practice while contributing to a collaborative perioperative team.