OR Tech Jobs in Oregon
OR Tech jobs in Oregon are concentrated in Portland, Salem, and Eugene, where major health systems like OHSU Health, Providence Health & Services, and Legacy Health operate large surgical programs and maintain consistent demand for skilled or techs. Roles range from entry-level sterile processing support to experienced first-assist positions, with specialties in orthopedic, cardiovascular, and robotic-assisted surgery seeing the strongest activity. Oregon's robust teaching hospital network and growing ambulatory surgery center sector keep the market among the most active in the Pacific Northwest. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Req #: 28103
Entity: Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center
Location: Medford OR
Workplace Type: On-site
Department: Emergency Room
Shift: 3rd Shift - Nights
Union Position: No
FTE: 0.900000
Schedule: Full Time
Salary: $23.99 - $32.99 depending on qualifications
Description
Additional Position Details: FTE: 0.900000 | Full Time | 3rd Shift - Nights
For this role, candidates at either the Emergency Services Tech 1 or the Emergency Services Tech 2 level will be considered. Qualifications and starting wage for both levels are noted below. Both levels pay extra shift differentials (on top of the hourly base rate) for evening, night, and weekend hours.
Starting Wage:
- Emergency Services Tech 1: $22.53-$30.97 per hour, depending on experience
- Emergency Services Tech 2: $23.99-$32.99 per hour, depending on experience
Position Summary
The Emergency Services (ES) Tech for Asante assists in providing care to patients in the Emergency Department or Immediate Care under the direction of the RN, FNP, PA, or MD, working as a team member & helping to promote the functioning of Emergency Services.
Qualifications for the Emergency Services Tech 1:
Required Certifications
- EMT: Emergency Medical Technician certified by the Oregon Department of Human Services - OR - by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
- BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare provider certified by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Preferred Certifications
- ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- CMOT: Certified Monitor Technician
- PALS: Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- PHTLS: Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support
Qualifications for the Emergency Services Tech 2:
Experience
- Previous work or training in the medical field is required
- 1 or more years of experience in an emergency department or 911 setting is preferred
Required Certifications
- BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare provider certified by the American Heart Association (AHA)
- ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS: Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- EMT-P: Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians or by the State of Oregon- OR- EMT-I: Emergency Medical Technician- Intermediate, certified by the OHA (Oregon Health Authority)- OR-equivalent
Preferred Certifications
- BLS Instructor: Basic Cardiac Life Support Instructor
- ACLS Instructor: Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor
- PALS Instructor: Pediatric Life Support Instructor
Total Rewards
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including:
- Competitive Pay: Hourly and salaried positions earn market-based compensation.
- Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for part-time and above employees and their eligible dependents beginning within 30 days of hire.
- Retirement Savings: Employer-sponsored retirement plan with company contribution and match.
- Paid Time Off: Generous ETO for part-time and above employees.
- Professional Development: Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment program
- Additional Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs.
At Asante, we are guided by our values:
Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork
Asante is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and to employing and advancing qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
Req #: 28103
Entity: Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center
Location: Medford OR
Workplace Type: On-site
Department: Emergency Room
Shift: 3rd Shift - Nights
Union Position: No
FTE: 0.900000
Schedule: Full Time
Salary: $23.99 - $32.99 depending on qualifications
Description
Additional Position Details: FTE: 0.900000 | Full Time | 3rd Shift - Nights
For this role, candidates at either the Emergency Services Tech 1 or the Emergency Services Tech 2 level will be considered. Qualifications and starting wage for both levels are noted below. Both levels pay extra shift differentials (on top of the hourly base rate) for evening, night, and weekend hours.
Starting Wage:
- Emergency Services Tech 1: $22.53-$30.97 per hour, depending on experience
- Emergency Services Tech 2: $23.99-$32.99 per hour, depending on experience
Position Summary
The Emergency Services (ES) Tech for Asante assists in providing care to patients in the Emergency Department or Immediate Care under the direction of the RN, FNP, PA, or MD, working as a team member & helping to promote the functioning of Emergency Services.
Qualifications for the Emergency Services Tech 1:
Required Certifications
- EMT: Emergency Medical Technician certified by the Oregon Department of Human Services - OR - by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
- BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare provider certified by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Preferred Certifications
- ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- CMOT: Certified Monitor Technician
- PALS: Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- PHTLS: Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support
Qualifications for the Emergency Services Tech 2:
Experience
- Previous work or training in the medical field is required
- 1 or more years of experience in an emergency department or 911 setting is preferred
Required Certifications
- BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare provider certified by the American Heart Association (AHA)
- ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS: Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- EMT-P: Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians or by the State of Oregon- OR- EMT-I: Emergency Medical Technician- Intermediate, certified by the OHA (Oregon Health Authority)- OR-equivalent
Preferred Certifications
- BLS Instructor: Basic Cardiac Life Support Instructor
- ACLS Instructor: Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor
- PALS Instructor: Pediatric Life Support Instructor
Total Rewards
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including:
- Competitive Pay: Hourly and salaried positions earn market-based compensation.
- Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for part-time and above employees and their eligible dependents beginning within 30 days of hire.
- Retirement Savings: Employer-sponsored retirement plan with company contribution and match.
- Paid Time Off: Generous ETO for part-time and above employees.
- Professional Development: Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment program
- Additional Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs.
At Asante, we are guided by our values:
Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork
Asante is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and to employing and advancing qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
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The qualifications that appear most often in OR tech jobs across Oregon.
- Active CST credential or Oregon-recognized surgical technologist certification through NBSTSA
- Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program (CAAHEP or ABHES)
- Minimum one to two years of scrub technician experience in an OR setting
- Proficiency in sterile technique and instrument handling across major surgical specialties
- BLS certification through the American Heart Association required at hire
- Ability to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and on-call coverage
OR Tech Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a or tech in Oregon?
Oregon does not mandate a state-issued license for surgical technologists, but nearly all Oregon hospitals require graduates of a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited surgical technology program along with the Certified Surgical Technologist credential issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. You complete an accredited associate degree or certificate program, pass the CST exam, and then apply directly to Oregon health systems, which treat the credential as the de facto hiring standard.
Which companies hire or techs in Oregon?
Employers hiring or techs in Oregon right now include Kaiser Permanente, DCI, and Asante, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Oregon's large integrated health systems, including academic medical centers and community hospitals, account for the majority of posted openings, with ambulatory surgery centers adding a growing share of part-time and per-diem roles.
Which Oregon cities have the most or tech jobs?
Portland, Medford, and Clackamas lead Oregon for or tech openings. Portland drives the largest volume as home to OHSU Health, Legacy Health, and Providence's flagship campuses, while Salem and Eugene reflect the strong regional hospital networks anchoring the Willamette Valley, where mid-size health systems maintain their own surgical suites and recruit or techs independently of the Portland market.
Are there remote or tech jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they're rare. Surgical technology is a hands-on, sterile-field role performed inside an operating room, so the work is almost entirely on-site by nature. About 25% of or tech openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those are almost exclusively administrative, education, or sales-support roles that sit adjacent to clinical practice rather than direct scrub or first-assist positions.
How can I get hired as a or tech in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate programs at Oregon's large health systems while still completing your accredited surgical technology program. OHSU Health and Legacy Health both hire new CST graduates into structured orientation tracks that pair you with experienced techs in general and orthopedic surgery before you take on independent call assignments. Candidates who have worked as sterile processing technicians or surgical assistants at Oregon hospitals hold a meaningful advantage, since those roles build instrument knowledge and OR culture familiarity that shortens the learning curve for hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to or tech jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to or tech jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings updated regularly. Search by city or specialty to narrow the results to roles that match your credentials and availability, then apply directly to the positions that fit without leaving the platform.
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