Perioperative Equipment Technician

MedStar Health; Rossville (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Maryland is seeking an OR Equipment Technician who performs technical duties to support invasive surgical procedures, ensures aseptic technique, and assists with turnover under the surgical team.

This role requires 1–2 years of related experience, a high school diploma, and knowledge of aseptic techniques. You will help prepare instruments, carts, and equipment, monitor safety, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required and knowledge of aseptic technique required.
• 1-2 years related experience required.
• One year of relevant professional-level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre-operative preparations and turnover under the direction of the surgical team.
• Prepare instruments, surgical carts, supplies, and equipment; assist in setup and breakdown of equipment and patient areas.
• Actively monitor aseptic technique to prevent breaches.
• Support perioperative team by providing patient comfort and privacy.
• Ensure complete hand-off during shift changes and assist with CPR when indicated.
• Assist with case preparation following preference card guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of patient rooms and environment; manage linen and supplies.
• Serve as a technical resource on minimally invasive equipment and instrumentation.
• Participate in equipment cleaning per infection control standards and aseptic technique.
• Transport patients during discharges and transfers; assist perioperative team with specimens and supplies as needed.
• Review inventory reports for accuracy and take action to resolve issues.
• Ensure equipment is functioning properly and report problems promptly.
• Check and inspect equipment daily and troubleshoot as needed.
• Order and restock supplies to maintain par levels and restock patient rooms.
• Open sterile supplies using aseptic technique and break down contaminated fields as directed.
• Perform pre-clean and transports for fiber optic scopes.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in multidisciplinary quality and safety teams.
• Represent department and hospital in community outreach and committees.
• Participate in multidisciplinary quality, safety, and service improvement teams.

Skills

Verbal communication

Listening

Organizational skills

Reading & writing

Computer skills

Independence

Following instructions

Work under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Knowledge of aseptic technique

Job description

MedStar Health in Maryland is seeking an OR Equipment Technician who performs technical duties to support invasive surgical procedures, ensures aseptic technique, and assists with turnover under the surgical team.

This role requires 1–2 years of related experience, a high school diploma, and knowledge of aseptic techniques. You will help prepare instruments, carts, and equipment, monitor safety, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.