OR Technician: Perioperative Care & Team Impact

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

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an Operating Room Technician to support the surgical team in a fast-paced perioperative setting. You will prepare the OR, assist surgeons and nurses, and ensure sterile technique and patient safety throughout procedures.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, completion of an accredited OR Technician program, and active AST and BLS certifications. The role offers day shifts and competitive hourly pay in New Jersey.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required or equivalent.
• Accredited Operating Room Technician training program completed.
• Current AST certification required and AHA BLS certification.
• Covers maintaining sterile technique and safe patient handling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms for procedures with sterile instruments and supplies.
• Assist surgeons and perioperative staff with a range of procedures.
• Maintain sterile technique and infection control throughout surgeries.
• Handle, organize, and pass instruments and equipment accurately.
• Support patient safety, comfort, and dignity before, during, and after procedures.
• Assist with cleaning and reprocessing of instruments between procedures.
• Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia staff for coordinated care.
• Participate in quality improvement and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

OR technician training program

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an Operating Room Technician to support the surgical team in a fast-paced perioperative setting. You will prepare the OR, assist surgeons and nurses, and ensure sterile technique and patient safety throughout procedures.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, completion of an accredited OR Technician program, and active AST and BLS certifications. The role offers day shifts and competitive hourly pay in New Jersey.