PD OR Technician

RWJBarnabas Health; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Per Diem OR Technician to join a highly collaborative perioperative team. You will prepare operating rooms, support surgeons and perioperative nurses, and help ensure safe, efficient, high-quality surgical care.

The role emphasizes precision, patient-centered care, teamwork, and adherence to infection control and sterilization standards. A CST credential is required, with BLS preferred, and on-site operating room duties in New Jersey.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Certified Surgical Technician (CST) credential required.
• American Heart Association BLS certification preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of Infection Control, OSHA standards, and facility Policies & Procedures.
• Proficiency in monitoring and operating applicable medical equipment, including IFU for reprocessing and sterilization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms in a timely and efficient manner with instruments, sutures, equipment, and sterile supplies.
• Clean and prepare rooms between procedures and after the last case of the day.
• Maintain an orderly sterile back table and follow aseptic technique throughout procedures.
• Collaborate with perioperative team to explain procedures and provide patient reassurance.
• Anticipate surgeon’s needs during intraoperative phase and adapt to changes.
• Assist in positioning, prepping, and draping patients for surgery.
• Complete surgical counts accurately per facility protocol.
• Handle and transport surgical instruments to decontamination; ensure clean reprocessing.

Skills

Multitasking

Team leadership

Patient-centered care

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

CST credential

Job description

Job Title: PD OR Technician

Location: WILLIAMSON STREET

Department Name: Operating Room

Req #: 0000269889

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $40.37 - $40.37 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.

Per Diem OR Technician – RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, OR Technicians become part of a highly collaborative perioperative team where precision, teamwork, and patient-centered care support exceptional surgical outcomes. This Per Diem OR Technician role offers opportunities for advanced clinical experience and a culture committed to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.

As an OR Technician, you will play an essential role in preparing the operating room, supporting surgeons and perioperative nurses during procedures, and helping ensure every patient receives safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every professional is encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

A typical day for a Per Diem OR Technician may include:

• Preparing operating rooms in a timely and efficient manner by ensuring surgical instruments, sutures, equipment, and sterile supplies are organized and ready for scheduled procedures to ensure timely starts.
• Damp dusting the operating room prior to the start of any procedures and cleaning/preparing the room between procedures and after the last case of the day.
• Maintaining an orderly and sterile back table for efficiency while strictly following physician preference for setup and carrying out aseptic technique throughout the surgical procedure.
• Collaborating with the perioperative registered nurse to provide patients with explanations and verbal reassurance, adapting procedures to meet individual needs within reason and by delegation of the surgeon.
• Anticipating the surgeon’s needs during the intraoperative phase while responding efficiently to changes in surgical conditions.
• Assisting in positioning, prepping, and draping patients for the surgical procedure.
• Accurately completing surgical counts (sponges, instruments, needles, etc.) in strict accordance with facility protocol.
• Demonstrating competence in specimen handling and maintaining responsibility for the care and transport of surgical instruments from the OR to the decontamination room.
• Performing all aspects of reprocessing and instrument sterilization in a timely manner, including routine testing, cleaning, and quality control monitoring of equipment.
• Managing material and supply inventory by picking supplies for the day's cases in advance, monitoring par levels, checking for expirations, and ordering/receiving items.
• Ensuring proper preventative maintenance is performed on equipment at required intervals and interacting with Central Supply personnel to reduce downtime.
• Participating in On-Call Coverage as required by the department.

This role might be for you if:

• You thrive in a fast-paced environment where excellent assessment, strong clinical skills, and a deep attention to detail are essential.
• You possess strong multitasking abilities and can prioritize urgent demands effectively to maintain a steady workflow.
• You bring a compassionate, patient-centric approach and an adaptable, collaborative mindset to the surgical team.
• You are a strong problem solver with good critical thinking abilities and a commitment to implementing High Reliability principles into everyday practice.
• You excel at teamwork and leadership, with the capability to provide mentorship, guide team members, and delegate tasks appropriately to optimize efficiency.
• You are a dedicated advocate acting on behalf of patients and staff to ensure their needs and rights are met.
• You possess strong strategic planning skills, helping develop a vision for resource management, staffing, and long-term improvements in patient care.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Certified Surgical Technician (CST) credential required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of Infection Control, OSHA standards of practice, and healthcare facility Policies & Procedures.
• Proficiency in monitoring and operating applicable medical equipment, with the ability to acquire and utilize manufacturer instructions for use (IFU) for reprocessing and sterilization.