Operating Room Technician (OR Tech) – Travel Contract in Santa Rosa, California

Join a collaborative surgical services team as an experienced Operating Room Technician (OR Tech) and Surgical Technologist in Santa Rosa, California. This on-site California travel healthcare job offers the opportunity to support a diverse outpatient surgery program with approximately four operating rooms and a daily census of about 10-25 cases. Santa Rosa is a vibrant Sonoma County destination known for scenic wine country, redwood landscapes, outdoor recreation, and an engaging arts and culinary scene.

Operating Room Technician Travel Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,430-$1,540
• Assignment Type: 13-week Operating Room Technician travel contract
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• Location: Santa Rosa, California
• Healthcare Setting: Acute care outpatient surgery operating room
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week, 8-hour day shifts
• Typical Shift: Monday through Friday, with start times around 7:00 a.m. or 9:00 a.m.
• Weekend and Holiday Schedule: No regularly scheduled weekends or holidays; occasional flexibility may be requested to complete late cases
• Orientation: 40 hours

Operating Room Technician Job Requirements

• At least 3 years of recent operating room or surgical technology experience; 5 years preferred
• Operating room experience in an acute care or outpatient surgery setting
• Current BLS certification
• NBSTSA certification or an equivalent Surgical Technologist credential
• Strong knowledge of sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and perioperative procedures
• Experience with Epic or another electronic health record; Epic experience required for this assignment
• Experience supporting general, orthopedic, podiatric, vascular, gynecologic, urologic, cardiothoracic, ophthalmic, and laparoscopic procedures
• Ability to float to the main operating room when needed
• Ability to work independently, communicate effectively, and adapt to a fast-paced surgical environment

Operating Room Technician Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms, supplies, equipment, and surgical instrumentation for scheduled procedures
• Maintain aseptic technique and support sterile field practices throughout surgical procedures
• Anticipate the needs of surgeons and the perioperative team during a broad range of cases
• Assist with procedures including arthroscopy, joint replacement, fracture repair, spinal surgery, vascular procedures, breast and abdominal surgeries, hysterectomy, cystoscopy, bronchoscopy, endoscopic procedures, and other general operating room cases
• Safely operate and care for surgical equipment, including orthopedic and podiatry drills, arthroscopy cameras, and light cords
• Perform counts and help ensure accurate availability, handling, and disposition of instruments and supplies
• Support safe care for adolescent, adult, pediatric, and geriatric patients
• Assist with room turnover and maintain an organized, clean, and procedure-ready environment
• Collaborate with nurses, surgeons, anesthesia professionals, and other members of the perioperative team
• Float to other operating room areas as assigned and contribute to efficient daily surgical operations

Apply now for this Operating Room Technician travel opportunity in Santa Rosa, California, and join a dedicated surgical services team in Sonoma County.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.