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Operating Room Equipment Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

RN OR Operating Room

Blacksburg, VA · On-site

$32.33 - $48.50/hr

Continuous investment in equipment including surgical instruments, devices and patient positioning for you to do your best work with patient safety and workflow efficiency in the Operating Room

Operating Room Nurse - Oakville ASC

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$39.75 - $54.25/hr

Arrange and prepare the operating room with all necessary equipment and supplies, adjusting as needed to ensure smooth workflow * Patient Safety and Positioning : Assist in positioning the patient ...

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Operating Room Equipment information

What is the difference between Operating Room Equipment vs Surgical Technologist?

AspectOperating Room EquipmentSurgical Technologist
CredentialsVaries; often includes certifications in medical equipment handlingCertified Surgical Technologist (CST) or equivalent
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, clinicsHospitals, outpatient surgical facilities, clinics
RoleDesign, maintenance, and management of surgical equipmentAssist in surgical procedures by preparing instruments and equipment

Operating Room Equipment professionals focus on the technical aspects of surgical tools and devices, ensuring proper functionality and safety. Surgical Technologists assist during surgeries by preparing and handling equipment and supplies. While both roles are vital in surgical settings, Operating Room Equipment specialists concentrate on equipment management, whereas Surgical Technologists are directly involved in assisting during procedures.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals responsible for operating room equipment, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals managing operating room equipment often face challenges such as ensuring all devices are correctly sterilized, troubleshooting equipment malfunctions under time pressure, and keeping up with the latest technological advancements. To address these issues, regular training and certification updates are essential, as is maintaining clear communication with surgical teams and biomedical engineers. Proactive maintenance schedules and thorough pre-surgery equipment checks can also help minimize disruptions during procedures.

What is operating room equipment?

Operating room equipment includes the specialized tools, machines, and devices used during surgical procedures in a hospital or medical facility. This equipment ranges from surgical tables, lights, and anesthesia machines to more advanced technology like electrosurgical units, patient monitors, and sterilization devices. Proper functioning and maintenance of this equipment are essential for patient safety and successful operations. Healthcare professionals receive specific training to operate and care for this equipment. The selection and arrangement of operating room equipment are crucial for efficient workflow and infection control.

What does an operating room equipment technician do?

An operating room equipment technician is responsible for maintaining, sterilizing, and repairing surgical equipment used in operating rooms. They ensure that all tools and devices are functioning properly, meet safety standards, and are ready for use during surgeries. This role often requires knowledge of medical equipment, attention to detail, and adherence to infection control protocols.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an operating room equipment technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Operating Room Equipment Technician, you need a solid understanding of surgical instruments, sterilization techniques, and equipment maintenance, often supported by a certificate in sterile processing or surgical technology. Familiarity with autoclaves, endoscopic equipment, and inventory management systems is typically required. Strong attention to detail, communication, and the ability to work effectively under pressure are vital soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure a safe, efficient, and well-prepared surgical environment, directly impacting patient outcomes and surgical team performance.
What cities in Virginia are hiring for Operating Room Equipment jobs? Cities in Virginia with the most Operating Room Equipment job openings:
Infographic showing various Operating Room Equipment job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Operating Room (OR) Attendant - CVOR

Sentara Health

Norfolk, VA

$10K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Sentara Health rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

City/State
Norfolk, VA
Work Shift
Rotating
Overview:
Sentara is hiring a Operating Room Attendant at Norfolk General's Heart Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia.
Shift:
8-4:30- but it will be rotating, and may include 6-2:30, 9:30-6, 11-7.
Call required.
Overview
The Operating Room (OR) Attendant supports professional staff in caring for the surgical patient. This support is met through the transportation of patients from inpatient/emergency room/ICU departments to the pre-op holding area. In addition to the transportation of patients, the OR attendant is responsible for the cleaning of the operating room suites between surgical procedures. OR Attendants will support anesthesia staff both in the operating room setting as well as ancillary departments by ensuring adequate stocking of anesthesia supplies in medication carts, the cleaning of anesthesia machines, and the transportation of anesthesia machines and carts. OR attendants will be asked to transport specimens and blood products to and from the lab as well as ensure proper stocking of various formalin containers used for specimen handling and transport. The OR attendant will assist in the positioning of surgical patients with the guidance of professional OR staff. The OR attendant will help prepare the operating room suite by the opening of sterile supplies onto the sterile field and ensuring the proper equipment is available in the room for the surgical procedure.
Education
  • HSD/GED Degree REQUIRED

Certification/Licensure
  • American Heart Saver AED/CPR REQUIRED
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 90-days of hire

Experience
  • Prior Environmental Services, or operating room experience STRONGLY PREFERRED

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Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
Here at Sentara, we are committed to consistently enhancing our training, advancement tracks, work-life benefits, and more. Our goal is to make you feel more excited to be here every day!
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital , located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility that is home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and also serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School.
In addition to the high-quality heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital, our facility is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several other dedicated facilities and specialized services. As a recognized accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women's health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

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