Equipment Technician

Equipment Technician

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department: Operating Room

Pay Range: $20.47 per hour

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 11am - 7pm (Day shift)

• Prepare surgical environments by assembling equipment, supplies, and instruments for operative procedures.
• Assist the surgical team with room preparation, patient transport to and from the OR, and patient positioning.
• Support nursing staff with direct patient personal needs including changing gowns, providing blankets, and cleansing.
• Perform preventative user maintenance on OR equipment by maintaining wheels, hinges, hardware, and replacing filters.
• Inspect physical components such as hoses, cords, cuffs, fiber optic cables, and bulbs to ensure operational safety.
• Conduct specialized equipment checks on Castle Sterilizers, Bipolar/Electrosurgical units, CUSA machines, Skytron tables, and Neurosurgery microscopes.
• Manage video and boom systems across Orthopedics and General/GYN specialties by dusting daily, replacing printer ink/paper, and resetting standards.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and configuration problems associated with surgical video equipment and specialized medical accessories.
• Serve as a Biomedical liaison to track safety inspection labels, manage product recalls, and coordinate external repairs.
• Maintain strict aseptic technique and hospital protocols during all decontamination, cleaning, and preparation processes.
• Collaborate across departments by running critical errands to other nursing units and medical center teams.

• High school graduate or equivalent secondary education credential.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of surgical equipment, accessories, and biomedical safety tracking.
• Ability to perform safe techniques with healthcare products according to manufacturer specifications and Medical Center policies.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills in a fast‑paced, sterile environment.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer