Operating Room Technician Jobs in Montana
Operating Room Technician jobs in Montana are steadily active, concentrated in hospital-based surgical departments and critical access facilities serving the state's rural communities, with openings at every level from entry-level surgical technologist to senior scrub tech and lead OR tech. The busiest hiring metros are Billings, Missoula, and Great Falls, where established systems like Billings Clinic, Providence St. Patrick Hospital, and Benefis Health System consistently recruit for orthopedic, general surgery, and trauma specialties. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Operating Room RN for a night shift assignment requiring 2+ years of OR experience and MT or compact RN licensure.
Details
- Work in a 15-OR surgical suite plus a hybrid room shared with the Cath Lab, averaging 45 cases/day between OR and CVOR
- Caseload includes General, GYN, Urology, ENT, Plastics, Podiatry, Ortho, Neuro, Vascular, Thoracic, and Robotics (DaVinci) cases, excluding transplants
- RN to patient ratio of 1:1
- Night shift schedule from 7:00P-5:30A, 10-hour shifts, 40 hours per week
- Weekend rotation required for posted weekend needs
- On-call required one day per week (Monday-Friday) and one weekend every four weeks (Saturday/Sunday)
- No floating required
- Uses Cerner EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, cell saver, Belmont rapid infuser, glucometer, and DaVinci robotics
Requirements
- Active RN license (MT or Compact) required
- BLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of Operating Room nursing experience required
- Experience with the case types listed for this unit required
Additional Information
- Work alongside a Charge RN, Staff Nurses, STAs, and CSTs for team support
- First week of unit orientation paired with a preceptor, including rotation through General, Ortho, and Neuro specialties under an OR Educator
- Holiday coverage expected approximately 50% of the time, potentially more based on need
- RTO must be approved by the Manager in advance
- Scrubs provided
- Free parking available in designated areas, with a paid garage option
- First-time travelers will be considered for this role
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Operating Room RN for a night shift assignment requiring 2+ years of OR experience and MT or compact RN licensure.
Details
- Work in a 15-OR surgical suite plus a hybrid room shared with the Cath Lab, averaging 45 cases/day between OR and CVOR
- Caseload includes General, GYN, Urology, ENT, Plastics, Podiatry, Ortho, Neuro, Vascular, Thoracic, and Robotics (DaVinci) cases, excluding transplants
- RN to patient ratio of 1:1
- Night shift schedule from 7:00P-5:30A, 10-hour shifts, 40 hours per week
- Weekend rotation required for posted weekend needs
- On-call required one day per week (Monday-Friday) and one weekend every four weeks (Saturday/Sunday)
- No floating required
- Uses Cerner EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, cell saver, Belmont rapid infuser, glucometer, and DaVinci robotics
Requirements
- Active RN license (MT or Compact) required
- BLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of Operating Room nursing experience required
- Experience with the case types listed for this unit required
Additional Information
- Work alongside a Charge RN, Staff Nurses, STAs, and CSTs for team support
- First week of unit orientation paired with a preceptor, including rotation through General, Ortho, and Neuro specialties under an OR Educator
- Holiday coverage expected approximately 50% of the time, potentially more based on need
- RTO must be approved by the Manager in advance
- Scrubs provided
- Free parking available in designated areas, with a paid garage option
- First-time travelers will be considered for this role
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What Montana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in operating room technician jobs across Montana.
- Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) through the NBSTSA recognized in Montana
- Graduate of a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited surgical technology program
- Demonstrated experience scrubbing and circulating in multiple surgical specialties
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift surgical equipment as required
- Strong knowledge of sterile field maintenance and infection control protocols
Operating Room Technician Jobs in Montana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a operating room technician in Montana?
Montana does not require a separate state-issued license for operating room technicians, but virtually every hospital system in the state expects candidates to hold the Certified Surgical Technologist credential issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. To earn that certification, you must complete an accredited surgical technology program, typically an associate degree from a school like Montana State University Billings or a community college with an accredited program, and then pass the CST exam.
Which companies hire operating room technicians in Montana?
Employers hiring operating room technicians in Montana right now include American Traveler, Voyage Health, and Bozeman Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Montana's mix of large regional health systems and smaller critical access hospitals means openings appear across urban centers and rural communities throughout the state.
Which Montana cities have the most operating room technician jobs?
Bozeman, Helena, and Polson consistently post the most operating room technician openings in Montana. Billings drives the largest share given its role as the state's regional medical hub, while Missoula and Great Falls generate steady volume through their anchor hospital systems serving large surrounding rural populations.
Are there remote operating room technician jobs in Montana?
Yes, but they're rare. Surgical technologist and OR tech work is fundamentally hands-on and requires physical presence in a sterile operating environment, so the role is not suited to remote work. About 0% of operating room technician openings tied to Montana are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those exceptions typically involve administrative, coordination, or surgical scheduling functions rather than direct scrub or circulator duties.
How can I get hired as a operating room technician in Montana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to surgical technologist internship or new-graduate positions at Billings Clinic or Benefis Health System, both of which have onboarded candidates who recently completed accredited programs. Candidates coming from adjacent roles such as surgical tech student extern, sterile processing technician, or operating room aide have successfully transitioned into OR tech positions at Montana's larger facilities. Earning your CST credential before applying gives you a measurable edge over candidates who are still working toward certification.
Where can I find and apply to operating room technician jobs in Montana?
You can find and apply to operating room technician jobs in Montana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Montana openings updated on an ongoing basis. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty, and apply directly to each posting without any intermediary step.
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