Operating Room Technician Jobs in Virginia
Operating Room Technician jobs in Virginia are consistently active, concentrated in the large hospital systems and academic medical centers that anchor the state's healthcare economy, with openings at every level from new graduates to experienced surgical techs. The busiest hiring metros are Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Norfolk-Virginia Beach, where systems like Inova Health, VCU Health, and Sentara Healthcare maintain ongoing demand. The most sought-after specialties in Virginia are orthopedic and cardiovascular surgical support, with strong need in trauma and robotic-assisted procedure teams. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Inova Loudoun Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Fellow to join our Operating Room team full-time. This position is ideal for Experienced Nurses looking to change specialties. Eligible Nurses will qualify for sign-on & relocation bonuses.
*We are currently hiring for the Spring 2027 cohort which begins on March 1st
*Required to go through & complete the OR Fellowship upon start.
Work Schedule: Full time, Day Shift
The Perioperative Services Team at Inova Loudoun Hospital supports 8 state-of-the-art operating suites, two special procedure rooms, and the latest technology in minimally invasive robotic surgery: the robotic-assisted daVinci® Surgical System and MAKOplasty® Total Hip and Knee. In addition to our regularly scheduled surgeries, our surgery department is staffed for emergency surgery, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our facility features 16 private Pre-Op rooms and 14 PACU bays where our patients are prepared for surgery and recover post operatively. We are a growing community hospital offering surgical services in: Trauma, General, Breast, Colon-Rectal, Gynecology, Urology, Orthopedics, Podiatry, Neurosurgery, ENT, Vascular, Thoracic, Maxillofacial and Plastic.
Hospital awards and recognitions include:
- Magnet recognized for the fourth consecutive term
- Joint Commission Center of Excellence for hip, knee, and spinal surgery
- Leap Frog awarded Grade A for hospital safety since 2012!
- CMS 5-Star Award recipient
Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Featured Benefits:
- Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
- Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
- Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
- Mental Health Support : offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
- Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, and flexible work schedules.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide knowledgeable and caring clinical practice and care coordination through an understanding of patient, family, nurse, and healthcare delivery team
- Conduct all patient care in a patient and family-centered manner
- Use an integrated approach toward patient outcomes
- Utilize standards, guidelines, and pathways for care delivery Attends and participates in all learning sessions assigned for successful completion of the Registered Nurse (RN) Fellowship
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Minimum Required Qualifications:
- 1year of Registered Nurse clinical experience
- Bachelor's Degree Nursing or Associate's Degree from an accredited school of nursing. If RN has an Associates Degree (ADN); must complete BSN within 5 years of start date
- Must be RN licensed, or eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia as an RN Basic Life Support with American Heart Association
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least 1year of Acute or Critical Care Registered Nurse experience
Inova Loudoun Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Fellow to join our Operating Room team full-time. This position is ideal for Experienced Nurses looking to change specialties. Eligible Nurses will qualify for sign-on & relocation bonuses.
*We are currently hiring for the Spring 2027 cohort which begins on March 1st
*Required to go through & complete the OR Fellowship upon start.
Work Schedule: Full time, Day Shift
The Perioperative Services Team at Inova Loudoun Hospital supports 8 state-of-the-art operating suites, two special procedure rooms, and the latest technology in minimally invasive robotic surgery: the robotic-assisted daVinci® Surgical System and MAKOplasty® Total Hip and Knee. In addition to our regularly scheduled surgeries, our surgery department is staffed for emergency surgery, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our facility features 16 private Pre-Op rooms and 14 PACU bays where our patients are prepared for surgery and recover post operatively. We are a growing community hospital offering surgical services in: Trauma, General, Breast, Colon-Rectal, Gynecology, Urology, Orthopedics, Podiatry, Neurosurgery, ENT, Vascular, Thoracic, Maxillofacial and Plastic.
Hospital awards and recognitions include:
- Magnet recognized for the fourth consecutive term
- Joint Commission Center of Excellence for hip, knee, and spinal surgery
- Leap Frog awarded Grade A for hospital safety since 2012!
- CMS 5-Star Award recipient
Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Featured Benefits:
- Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
- Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
- Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
- Mental Health Support : offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
- Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, and flexible work schedules.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide knowledgeable and caring clinical practice and care coordination through an understanding of patient, family, nurse, and healthcare delivery team
- Conduct all patient care in a patient and family-centered manner
- Use an integrated approach toward patient outcomes
- Utilize standards, guidelines, and pathways for care delivery Attends and participates in all learning sessions assigned for successful completion of the Registered Nurse (RN) Fellowship
-
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- 1year of Registered Nurse clinical experience
- Bachelor's Degree Nursing or Associate's Degree from an accredited school of nursing. If RN has an Associates Degree (ADN); must complete BSN within 5 years of start date
- Must be RN licensed, or eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia as an RN Basic Life Support with American Heart Association
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least 1year of Acute or Critical Care Registered Nurse experience
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Operating Room Technician Job Market in Virginia
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Who's Hiring
- Bon Secours11
- Inova Health System10
- Mary Washington Healthcare10
- HealthTrust Workforce Solutions10
- Sentara9
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in operating room technician jobs across Virginia.
- Surgical Technology certification (CST) from NBSTSA preferred or required by most Virginia employers
- Completion of an accredited surgical technology program recognized in Virginia
- Demonstrated experience in sterile field technique and surgical instrument handling
- Ability to assist in multiple surgical specialties including orthopedic and cardiovascular procedures
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Strong communication skills for collaboration with Virginia hospital surgical teams
Operating Room Technician Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a operating room technician in Virginia?
You become an operating room technician in Virginia by completing an accredited surgical technology program and earning the Certified Surgical Technologist credential through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. Virginia does not issue a separate state license for surgical techs, but most Virginia hospital systems require or strongly prefer the CST credential alongside completion of an accredited program. Community colleges and technical schools throughout the state offer accredited pathways to meet these requirements.
Which companies hire operating room technicians in Virginia?
Companies currently hiring operating room technicians in Virginia include Bon Secours, Inova Health System, and Mary Washington Healthcare, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Virginia's concentration of large academic medical centers and regional health systems means hiring tends to be steady year-round rather than seasonal.
Which Virginia cities have the most operating room technician jobs?
Richmond, Fredericksburg, and Alexandria have the most operating room technician openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia's density of Inova and HCA facilities drives volume in that corridor, Richmond's role as home to VCU Health and Bon Secours anchors the central market, and Norfolk-Virginia Beach is supported by Sentara's large multi-hospital footprint along the coast.
Are there remote operating room technician jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. Operating room technicians work in sterile surgical environments and must be physically present, making the role almost entirely on-site by nature. About 0% of operating room technician openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those exceptions typically involve surgical coordination, scheduling, or supply chain support functions rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a operating room technician in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited surgical technology program and applying directly to new-graduate surgical tech positions at Virginia's large health systems, which regularly onboard candidates without prior work experience. Inova Health and Sentara Healthcare run structured new-grad orientation programs that build skills on the job. Lateral entry from roles such as surgical aide, sterile processing technician, or operating room assistant is common and recognized by Virginia employers as a credible bridge. Earning your CST credential before applying gives a measurable edge over uncredentialed candidates.
Where can I find and apply to operating room technician jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to operating room technician jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across the state's major hiring metros and health systems. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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