Operating Room Technician Jobs in Ohio
Operating Room Technician jobs in Ohio are concentrated in hospital systems, ambulatory surgical centers, and academic medical centers, with demand across all experience levels from new graduates to lead surgical techs. The largest hiring activity is in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where systems like OhioHealth, Cleveland Clinic, and TriHealth maintain consistent openings for surgical technologists and OR support staff. Orthopedic, cardiovascular, and neurosurgical specialties see the most consistent need across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Evenings, 4x10hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Operating Room position requiring scrub and circulate skills with Level 1 or large Level 2 trauma experience.
Details
- Operating Room setting with 28 OR suites
- Facility utilizes da Vinci robotics
- Evening shift, 4x10 hours, 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM, firm schedule
- No weekend shifts required
- On-call required once every 3rd or 4th weekend for an 8-hour shift
- Holiday coverage required as needed
- Floating within the hospital or to another nearby facility may be required based on skill set and census
Requirements
- Active OH RN license or compact license required
- Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room experience required
- Level 1 trauma experience or large Level 2 trauma experience required
- Must be able to scrub and circulate, with experience in neuro, eyes, or trauma cases
- Epic EMR experience required
- BLS certification required
- CST certification preferred
Additional Information
- Must reside within a 50-mile radius, as local candidates are not accepted for this role
- Maximum of 14 days RTO allowed per contract, with no schedule changes after an offer is made
- Previous PERM/PRN employees of the health system, or prior agency staff not extended due to tenure, must wait 6 months before reapplying as a traveler and obtain facility rehire approval
- First-time travelers may be considered for this position
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Evenings, 4x10hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Operating Room position requiring scrub and circulate skills with Level 1 or large Level 2 trauma experience.
Details
- Operating Room setting with 28 OR suites
- Facility utilizes da Vinci robotics
- Evening shift, 4x10 hours, 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM, firm schedule
- No weekend shifts required
- On-call required once every 3rd or 4th weekend for an 8-hour shift
- Holiday coverage required as needed
- Floating within the hospital or to another nearby facility may be required based on skill set and census
Requirements
- Active OH RN license or compact license required
- Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room experience required
- Level 1 trauma experience or large Level 2 trauma experience required
- Must be able to scrub and circulate, with experience in neuro, eyes, or trauma cases
- Epic EMR experience required
- BLS certification required
- CST certification preferred
Additional Information
- Must reside within a 50-mile radius, as local candidates are not accepted for this role
- Maximum of 14 days RTO allowed per contract, with no schedule changes after an offer is made
- Previous PERM/PRN employees of the health system, or prior agency staff not extended due to tenure, must wait 6 months before reapplying as a traveler and obtain facility rehire approval
- First-time travelers may be considered for this position
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Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Operating Room Technician Job Market in Ohio
A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- American Traveler10
- Cleveland Clinic9
- UC Health8
- Mercy Health8
- White Glove Placement5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in operating room technician jobs across Ohio.
- CST certification from NBSTSA or Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C) credential required or preferred
- Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program recognized by CAAHEP or ABHES
- Minimum one to two years of scrub technician experience in an acute care surgical setting
- Demonstrated proficiency scrubbing across multiple surgical specialties including orthopedics and general surgery
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift or position patients safely in the OR environment
Operating Room Technician Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a operating room technician in Ohio?
You become an operating room technician in Ohio by completing an accredited surgical technology program through a community college or hospital-based school, then earning national certification. Ohio does not issue a separate state license for surgical technologists, but most Ohio employers require or strongly prefer the Certified Surgical Technologist credential from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. Programs at institutions like Columbus State and Sinclair Community College are widely recognized by Ohio hiring managers.
Which companies hire operating room technicians in Ohio?
Companies currently hiring operating room technicians in Ohio include American Traveler, Cleveland Clinic, and UC Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's large integrated health systems and freestanding ambulatory surgical centers tend to post the most consistent volume of openings across the state.
Which Ohio cities have the most operating room technician jobs?
Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Columbus have the most operating room technician openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of the density of OhioHealth and Nationwide Children's Hospital facilities, Cleveland draws volume from Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals, and Cincinnati's concentration of TriHealth and UC Health campuses anchors demand in the southwest corner of the state.
Are there remote operating room technician jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Operating room technician work is inherently hands-on and performed in sterile surgical environments, leaving very little of the core role eligible for remote work. About 0% of operating room technician openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically involve surgical coordination, scheduling, or supply chain roles rather than direct scrub duties.
How can I get hired as a operating room technician in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited surgical technology program that includes a clinical rotation, which functions as on-the-job experience before you apply. Ohio systems like OhioHealth and Cleveland Clinic hire new graduates directly into surgical tech roles when candidates hold a CAAHEP-accredited degree and a student CST certification. Lateral moves from central sterile processing technician or surgical tech aide positions at Ohio hospitals are also a common door-opener, since those roles build OR familiarity before a candidate advances to a full scrub position.
Where can I find and apply to operating room technician jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to operating room technician jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated in real time. Search by city or specialty to find roles that fit your experience level and credentials, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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