OR Technician (Full-Time)

Astrana Health, Inc.•Alhambra, CA

3d•$30 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The OR Technician supports surgical procedures by preparing and maintaining the sterile field, assisting surgeons and the surgical team, and ensuring instruments, equipment, and supplies are available and properly maintained. The role supports safe and efficient operating room operations through adherence to established surgical protocols, infection prevention practices, and patient safety standards. The position includes preparing operating rooms and surgical supplies, maintaining sterile technique and assisting during procedures, processing and sterilizing instruments, supporting room turnover and clinical operations, and following patient safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. This is a full-time, onsite position at 1668 S Garfield Ave, Ste 100, Alhambra, CA 91801. The national target pay range is $30.00–$36.00 per hour; actual compensation depends on geographic location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Requirements

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile techniques, infection prevention practices, and operating room protocols.
Proficiency in handling surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies.
Knowledge of instrument cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and proper storage procedures.
Ability to anticipate surgical team needs and provide timely assistance during procedures.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to follow established clinical instructions, safety protocols, and procedural guidelines.
Ability to recognize and appropriately escalate equipment, sterilization, or patient safety concerns.
Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with surgeons, nursing staff, and other surgical team members.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment.
For candidates who have not completed an accredited Surgical Technology program, at least six months of operating room experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program is preferred. Graduates of an accredited program do not need prior operating room experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare operating rooms for procedures and ensure required instruments, equipment, and supplies are available and functioning properly.
Prepare instruments and supplies for scheduled surgical cases.
Establish and maintain the sterile field according to protocols and infection prevention standards.
Assist the surgical team with patient draping and preparation for procedures.
Provide sterile instruments, sutures, and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts with designated surgical team members.
Recognize and promptly report actual or potential breaks in sterile technique.
Clean, disinfect, prepare, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment according to procedures and manufacturer instructions.
Package, wrap, and process instruments and supplies using appropriate sterilization methods.
Operate sterilization equipment, including autoclaves, and maintain required records and monitoring documentation.
Check sterilization equipment routinely and report malfunctions or maintenance needs.
Ensure sterilized instruments and supplies are handled and stored properly and available for procedures.
Assist with operating room cleaning and turnover between cases and at the end of scheduled procedures.
Maintain organized instrument, equipment, and supply storage areas.
Assist with patient transportation to and from the operating room under the surgical team's direction.
Support routine operating room activities, including supply replenishment, inventory coordination, and other assigned clinical support tasks.
Perform additional duties as assigned based on departmental and operational needs.
Follow sterile technique, infection prevention, patient safety, and surgical protocols.
Participate in quality improvement, risk management, and workplace safety initiatives.
Identify and promptly escalate equipment, sterilization, or patient safety concerns.
Maintain compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and applicable surgical services standards.