Operating Room Technician Jobs in Arizona
Operating Room Technician jobs in Arizona concentrate in hospital systems, ambulatory surgical centers, and specialty surgical facilities, with Phoenix, Tucson, and Mesa representing the state's most active hiring markets. Established employers such as Banner Health, Dignity Health, and Valleywise Health maintain consistent demand for operating room technicians across both inpatient and outpatient surgical settings. Cardiac, orthopedic, and robotic-assisted surgery specialties see the highest concentration of open positions in Arizona. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Primary City/State:
Shea Medical Center - 9003 E Shea Blvd Scottsdale, AZ 85260Category:
Skilled NursingShift:
DayDepartment:
OR Operating Room-Main$20k Sign-On Bonus available
Days - 5x8s or 4x10s
Required - RN Operating Room Circulating experience.
Great care starts with great people. (Like you.)
At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most — caring for the health and well-being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.
Responsibilities:
- Oversees the staff and ensure adequate patient care, inclusive of hiring/onboarding, evaluating, managing performance, coaching, and developing employees ensuring employee productivity, quality of work, and alignment of goals with our mission, vision, and values. Establishes a care plan or contributes to an existing plan, including administering medication, checking of dosages, and avoiding interactions; starting, maintaining, and discontinuing intravenous (IV) lines for fluid, medication, blood, and blood products; administering therapies and treatments; observing the patient and recording those observations; and consulting with physicians and other healthcare clinicians. Ensure compliance with all policies, financial stewardship by being accountable for the financial integrity around development and maintenance of department budget.
- Serves as a resource to others, including staff, patients, families, caregivers, physicians, and visitors to improve the patients experience, clinical outcomes and promote a healthy work environment. Teaches patients and their families how to manage their illnesses or injuries, explain post-treatment and home care needs; diet, nutrition, and exercise programs; and self-administration of medication and therapy. Facilitates inter/intra departmental collaboration, communications and promotes problem solving. Participates in policy revisions and committees applicable to department. Participates in the creation, implementation, and follow-up of goals and action planning related to unit.
- Contributes to the recruitment and retention of talented staff through positive role-modeling, fostering peer relationships, staff education, and participating in preceptor and/or mentor programs thereby creating an environment for quality practice. Coordinates educational and professional activities as they relate to department/unit needs.
- Regularly rounds with physicians, patients, or families to facilitate quality practice and improve the patient experience. Utilizes the nursing process and evidence-based practice to provide patient care and evaluate the patient’s plan of care. Initiates and supports quality improvement initiatives and utilizes resources effectively and efficiently.
- Directs staff in the application of the nursing process. Provides direction, coordinates patients care, promotes, and enhances independent functioning among employees.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Bachelors Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN, BScN) from an accredited NLN/CCNE institution Required
- Other / Certificate Legally licensed to work as a registered nurse in the State of Arizona. Required
- Other / Certificate All staff who have direct responsibility for the care of stroke patients, please refer to the addendum for stroke specific education requirements. Required
- 2 years, Registered Nurse (RN) Required
- 3 years, Registered Nurse (RN) Preferred
- Registered Nurse - License, Current Arizona nursing license or compact state licensure upon hire; Arizona licensure must be obtained within 60 days of hire Upon Hire Required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification, Basic Life Support BLS Healthcare Provider Training Course Upon Hire Required
- Must obtain a certification in their respective area of expertise within 1 year of hire or promotion date for magnet standards. 1 Year Required
We're all in for your career.
Primary City/State:
Shea Medical Center - 9003 E Shea Blvd Scottsdale, AZ 85260Category:
Skilled NursingShift:
DayDepartment:
OR Operating Room-Main$20k Sign-On Bonus available
Days - 5x8s or 4x10s
Required - RN Operating Room Circulating experience.
Great care starts with great people. (Like you.)
At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most — caring for the health and well-being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.
Responsibilities:
- Oversees the staff and ensure adequate patient care, inclusive of hiring/onboarding, evaluating, managing performance, coaching, and developing employees ensuring employee productivity, quality of work, and alignment of goals with our mission, vision, and values. Establishes a care plan or contributes to an existing plan, including administering medication, checking of dosages, and avoiding interactions; starting, maintaining, and discontinuing intravenous (IV) lines for fluid, medication, blood, and blood products; administering therapies and treatments; observing the patient and recording those observations; and consulting with physicians and other healthcare clinicians. Ensure compliance with all policies, financial stewardship by being accountable for the financial integrity around development and maintenance of department budget.
- Serves as a resource to others, including staff, patients, families, caregivers, physicians, and visitors to improve the patients experience, clinical outcomes and promote a healthy work environment. Teaches patients and their families how to manage their illnesses or injuries, explain post-treatment and home care needs; diet, nutrition, and exercise programs; and self-administration of medication and therapy. Facilitates inter/intra departmental collaboration, communications and promotes problem solving. Participates in policy revisions and committees applicable to department. Participates in the creation, implementation, and follow-up of goals and action planning related to unit.
- Contributes to the recruitment and retention of talented staff through positive role-modeling, fostering peer relationships, staff education, and participating in preceptor and/or mentor programs thereby creating an environment for quality practice. Coordinates educational and professional activities as they relate to department/unit needs.
- Regularly rounds with physicians, patients, or families to facilitate quality practice and improve the patient experience. Utilizes the nursing process and evidence-based practice to provide patient care and evaluate the patient’s plan of care. Initiates and supports quality improvement initiatives and utilizes resources effectively and efficiently.
- Directs staff in the application of the nursing process. Provides direction, coordinates patients care, promotes, and enhances independent functioning among employees.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Bachelors Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN, BScN) from an accredited NLN/CCNE institution Required
- Other / Certificate Legally licensed to work as a registered nurse in the State of Arizona. Required
- Other / Certificate All staff who have direct responsibility for the care of stroke patients, please refer to the addendum for stroke specific education requirements. Required
- 2 years, Registered Nurse (RN) Required
- 3 years, Registered Nurse (RN) Preferred
- Registered Nurse - License, Current Arizona nursing license or compact state licensure upon hire; Arizona licensure must be obtained within 60 days of hire Upon Hire Required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification, Basic Life Support BLS Healthcare Provider Training Course Upon Hire Required
- Must obtain a certification in their respective area of expertise within 1 year of hire or promotion date for magnet standards. 1 Year Required
We're all in for your career.
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Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Operating Room Technician Job Market in Arizona
A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Banner Health19
- HonorHealth13
- American Traveler6
- United Surgical Partners4
- Atlas Healthcare Partners4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in operating room technician jobs across Arizona.
- Certified Surgical Technologist credential (CST) recognized by Arizona healthcare employers
- Graduate of a CAAHEP or ABHES accredited surgical technology program
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association required at time of hire
- Minimum one to two years of scrub technician experience in an acute care OR
- Familiarity with sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and aseptic protocol
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift surgical equipment in a fast-paced environment
Operating Room Technician Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a operating room technician in Arizona?
To become an operating room technician in Arizona, complete an accredited surgical technology program through a community college or vocational school, many of which are offered at institutions such as Pima Community College and Phoenix College. Arizona does not require a state-issued license, but most employers require the Certified Surgical Technologist credential awarded by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. Passing the CST exam after completing your program is the standard path to competitive hiring in Arizona facilities.
Which companies hire operating room technicians in Arizona?
Employers hiring operating room technicians in Arizona right now include Banner Health, HonorHealth, and American Traveler, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Arizona's large integrated health systems and growing network of freestanding surgical centers create steady, year-round demand across the Phoenix metro and southern Arizona.
Which Arizona cities have the most operating room technician jobs?
Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale have the most operating room technician openings in Arizona. Phoenix drives the largest share of postings given the concentration of major hospital campuses and ambulatory surgical centers in the metro, while Tucson's openings are anchored by Banner University Medical Center and a cluster of specialty surgical practices serving southern Arizona.
Are there remote operating room technician jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Operating room technician work is hands-on and requires a sterile surgical environment, so the overwhelming majority of positions are on-site. About 0% of operating room technician openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those postings typically involve surgical technology education, instrument consulting, or vendor support roles rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a operating room technician in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited surgical technology program and applying for an externship or new-graduate surgical technologist position at a large Arizona health system. Banner Health and Valleywise Health both onboard new graduates through structured OR orientation programs. Candidates working as surgical technologist assistants, sterile processing technicians, or certified nursing assistants in Arizona facilities gain direct OR exposure that many hiring managers treat as equivalent to entry-level scrub experience, making those lateral roles a practical first step.
Where can I find and apply to operating room technician jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to operating room technician jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Arizona employers. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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