Entry Level Operating Room Technician Jobs
New grad operating room technician jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where hands-on clinical rotations or surgical tech internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like Banner Health, Boston Medical Center, and The University of Iowa hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Practice is guided by nursing process & policy / procedure / standards & participation in professional / shared governance; Independently & safely cares for patients common to assigned area or technical / operational services. Acts as a resource for others & may serve in intermittent expanded roles.
ROLE
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Valid RN licensure authorized in the applicable state(s) of practice / employment. Valid driver’s license where required by assignment.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Valid RN licensure authorized in the applicable state(s) of practice / employment.
- Valid driver’s license where required by assignment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited school of nursing.
- Specialty credentialing & educational degree according to clinical nursing practice specialty area.
COMPENSATION
Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.
- Minimum – Midpoint – Maximum
$42.61 – $55.93 – $69.24
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
INTRODUCTION
Practice is guided by nursing process & policy / procedure / standards & participation in professional / shared governance; Independently & safely cares for patients common to assigned area or technical / operational services. Acts as a resource for others & may serve in intermittent expanded roles.
ROLE
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Valid RN licensure authorized in the applicable state(s) of practice / employment. Valid driver’s license where required by assignment.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Valid RN licensure authorized in the applicable state(s) of practice / employment.
- Valid driver’s license where required by assignment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited school of nursing.
- Specialty credentialing & educational degree according to clinical nursing practice specialty area.
COMPENSATION
Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.
- Minimum – Midpoint – Maximum
$42.61 – $55.93 – $69.24
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Who's Hiring
- Banner Health10
- Boston Medical Center7
- The University of Iowa7
- Jobot6
- UCHealth6
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services173
- Education17
- Staffing & Recruiting6
- Science & Research2
- Human Resources1
Entry Level Operating Room Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level operating room technician job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have completed an accredited surgical technology program, earned their Certified Surgical Technologist credential, and completed clinical rotations in a live OR setting. Highlighting your scrub-in hours, the procedures you assisted with, and any externship facilities on your resume gives you a clear edge over candidates who list coursework alone.
Which companies hire entry level operating room technicians?
Companies hiring entry level operating room technicians right now include Banner Health, Boston Medical Center, and The University of Iowa, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems, ambulatory surgery centers, and specialty surgical hospitals tend to be the most active employers at this experience level.
Are there remote entry level operating room technician jobs?
Yes, though remote work is limited in this hands-on clinical role. About 0% of entry level operating room technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those postings typically involve training coordination, surgical scheduling support, or sterile processing supervision rather than direct OR scrubbing duties.
Are these new grad operating room technician jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior operating room technician roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts clinical rotations or externships toward the requirement, or explicitly states that recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Strong candidates often lead with their program, credential, and procedure list rather than years on the job.
Which industries hire the most entry level operating room technicians?
Entry Level operating room technician roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they maintain high surgical caseloads and rely on credentialed entry level staff to support experienced scrub teams.