Operating Room Technician Jobs in Connecticut
Operating Room Technician jobs in Connecticut are open across Waterbury, Hartford, and New Haven and other Connecticut metros, with employers like Jobot, Trinity Health, and Yale New Haven Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Award winning ASC | Lunch provided daily! | Work/Life Balance!
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kristin Lederer
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
SALARY
Salary: $39 - $54 per hour
About us
We're a state of the art, award winning surgery center with a focus in orthopedic surgeries and pain management procedures.
WHY JOIN US?
What we offer:
- An amazing team oriented, supportive culture
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Generous PTO
- Matching 401k
- Day shift, No call, No nights, No weekends, No working holidays
JOB DETAILS
We are seeking a passionate Full time, Permanent Registered Nurse - OR Circulator to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing top-quality patient care in the operating room (OR) setting, focusing primarily on orthopedics. This role demands a strong ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment, where critical thinking and strong problem-solving skills are essential. The successful candidate will be part of a committed team of healthcare professionals providing the highest level of care to our patients.
Responsibilities
As a Permanent Registered Nurse - OR Circulator, you will be responsible for:
1. Preparing the operating room for surgery, setting up surgical instruments and equipment, maintaining sterile conditions.
2. Adhering to safety standards and precautions, including verifying patient identity and reviewing surgical procedures to prevent errors.
3. Assessing patients before surgery (e.g., NPO status) and comforting them while alleviating their anxiety.
4. Assisting surgeons during surgery by passing instruments and other sterile supplies.
5. Working together with the surgical team, communicating patient information, and ensuring patient safety during the operation.
6. Monitoring patient's vital signs and maintaining patient's safety during the operation.
7. Coordinating post-operative care, including patient recovery and room turnover.
8. Documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing patient care requirements.
9. Participating in ongoing educational activities to maintain competency and improve professional skills.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To be considered for the Permanent Registered Nurse - OR Circulator role, you must meet the following qualifications:
1. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
2. Current Connecticut state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) required.
3. A minimum of 2 years of professional nursing experience, with a strong preference for experience in orthopedics.
4. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
5. Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification preferred.
6. Demonstrated ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.
7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
8. Proficient in the use of medical software and equipment.
9. Strong attention to detail, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
10. Exceptional problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills.
If you are a dedicated, compassionate professional with a passion for improving patients' lives, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and be part of our commitment to excellence in healthcare. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy.
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INTRODUCTION
Award winning ASC | Lunch provided daily! | Work/Life Balance!
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kristin Lederer
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
SALARY
Salary: $39 - $54 per hour
About us
We're a state of the art, award winning surgery center with a focus in orthopedic surgeries and pain management procedures.
WHY JOIN US?
What we offer:
- An amazing team oriented, supportive culture
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Generous PTO
- Matching 401k
- Day shift, No call, No nights, No weekends, No working holidays
JOB DETAILS
We are seeking a passionate Full time, Permanent Registered Nurse - OR Circulator to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing top-quality patient care in the operating room (OR) setting, focusing primarily on orthopedics. This role demands a strong ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment, where critical thinking and strong problem-solving skills are essential. The successful candidate will be part of a committed team of healthcare professionals providing the highest level of care to our patients.
Responsibilities
As a Permanent Registered Nurse - OR Circulator, you will be responsible for:
1. Preparing the operating room for surgery, setting up surgical instruments and equipment, maintaining sterile conditions.
2. Adhering to safety standards and precautions, including verifying patient identity and reviewing surgical procedures to prevent errors.
3. Assessing patients before surgery (e.g., NPO status) and comforting them while alleviating their anxiety.
4. Assisting surgeons during surgery by passing instruments and other sterile supplies.
5. Working together with the surgical team, communicating patient information, and ensuring patient safety during the operation.
6. Monitoring patient's vital signs and maintaining patient's safety during the operation.
7. Coordinating post-operative care, including patient recovery and room turnover.
8. Documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing patient care requirements.
9. Participating in ongoing educational activities to maintain competency and improve professional skills.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To be considered for the Permanent Registered Nurse - OR Circulator role, you must meet the following qualifications:
1. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
2. Current Connecticut state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) required.
3. A minimum of 2 years of professional nursing experience, with a strong preference for experience in orthopedics.
4. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
5. Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification preferred.
6. Demonstrated ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.
7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
8. Proficient in the use of medical software and equipment.
9. Strong attention to detail, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
10. Exceptional problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills.
If you are a dedicated, compassionate professional with a passion for improving patients' lives, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and be part of our commitment to excellence in healthcare. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy.
Want to learn more about this role and Jobot? Click our Jobot logo and follow our LinkedIn page!
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Where Connecticut roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Operating Room Technician Job Market in Connecticut
A snapshot from current Connecticut openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Jobot6
- Trinity Health5
- Yale New Haven Health3
- New York Society For Relief Of Ruptured & Crippled1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services9
- Staffing & Recruiting6
- Insurance2
What Connecticut Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in operating room technician jobs across Connecticut.
- Completion of an accredited surgical technology program or equivalent military training
- Active Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential or eligibility to sit for the exam
- Minimum one to two years of scrub experience across general or specialty surgical cases
- Proficiency in sterile field maintenance, surgical counts, and instrument passing
- Familiarity with robotic-assisted surgery platforms such as the da Vinci system
- BLS certification and compliance with facility-specific health and immunization requirements
Operating Room Technician Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How many operating room technician jobs are there in Connecticut?
There are 15+ operating room technician openings in Connecticut on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Waterbury, Hartford, and New Haven. New positions post regularly as employers across Connecticut hire.
How much do operating room technicians make in Connecticut?
Operating room technicians in Connecticut earn a median of about $79,890 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $45,980 for the lowest 10% to over $104,920 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Connecticut cities have the most operating room technician jobs?
Waterbury, Hartford, and New Haven have the most operating room technician openings in Connecticut right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire operating room technicians in Connecticut?
Employers hiring operating room technicians in Connecticut include Jobot, Trinity Health, and Yale New Haven Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote operating room technician jobs in Connecticut?
Yes. About 0% of operating room technician openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Connecticut metros.
How do I apply for operating room technician jobs in Connecticut?
You can apply to operating room technician jobs in Connecticut directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Connecticut location, then apply to each one that fits.
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