Lead Surgical Support Tech-Operating Room-Full Time

Jupiter Medical Center; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Jupiter Medical Center in Palm Beach County is seeking a Lead Surgical Support Technician to assist with patient care in the operating suite. You will collaborate with OR staff, anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other support teams to ensure smooth case flow and patient safety.

The role involves equipment preparation, room turnover, patient transport, and handling surgical gases, with a focus on effective communication and adherence to procedures in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Qualifications

• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers is required.
• Operating Room experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and troubleshooting surgical equipment.
• Operating room turnovers and terminal cleaning.
• Surgical positioning of patient under the direction of OR team.
• Preparing and assisting with patient transport.
• Acquiring needed surgical equipment prior to cases as per surgeon/case preference.
• Assisting with setup of equipment in the operating room suite.
• Assisting anesthesia provider in patient procedures.
• Moving and transferring of patients.
• Communicates effectively with surgeons, anesthesia, nursing and ancillary staff.
• Safe transport and setup of surgical gases (nitrogen, oxygen, CO2, etc.).
• Describes understanding of surgical procedures and equipment used per surgeon’s preference.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

BLS for Healthcare Provider

OR experience

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Health related education/experience/certification

Job description

Ranked #1 for Safety, Quality and Patient Satisfaction, Jupiter Medical Center is the leading destination for world‑class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast.

Outstanding physicians, state‑of‑the‑art facilities, innovative techniques and a commitment to serving the community enables Jupiter Medical Center to meet a broad range of patient needs. Jupiter Medical Center is the only hospital in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties to receive a 4‑star quality and safety rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Education

• High School Graduate or Equivalent
• Health related education, experience, or certification

Experience / Qualifications

• American Heart Association BLS, for Heath Care Provider
• Operating Room experience required

Position Summary

The Lead Surgical Support Technician aids in the facilitation of patient care by working concurrently with the surgical support techs, OR staff, Anesthesiologist, Surgeons, and all support staff.

• Cleaning and troubleshooting surgical equipment.
• Operating room turnovers and terminal cleaning
• Surgical positioning of patient under the direction of OR team
• Preparing and assisting with patient transport
• Acquiring needed surgical equipment prior to beginning of cases, as per each surgeon and case preference
• Assisting with setup of equipment in operating room suite
• Assisting anesthesia provider in patient procedures
• Moving and transferring of patients
• Communicates effectively with all levels of clinical staff (surgeon, anesthesia, nursing staff and ancillary staff)
• Safely prepares and plans for transport of post‑surgical patients.
• Effectively and promptly communicates and responds.
• Safe transport and setup of various surgical gasses (nitrogen, oxygen, CO2, etc.)
• Basic understanding and of surgical procedures and processes, along with types of equipment used for each procedure, as per preference of surgeon.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Team Member Competencies

Establishing Relationships

Builds effective networks, working relationships, and alliances in order to collaborate effectively within department and organization. Can relate to all kinds of people regardless of background; find topics and common interests that can be used to build rapport with others.

Peer Support

Provides guidance and feedback to help others strengthen knowledge/skills needed to accomplish tasks, solve problems, and perform effectively within the team.

Inspiring and Motivating Others

Fosters commitment and cohesiveness by facilitating cooperation and working as a team within the organization toward goal accomplishments. Work well with others, build consensus, and ensure cooperation to complete tasks and positive workflow.

Demonstrating Emotional Intelligence

Exercises self‑leadership, self‑awareness, and self‑regulation; manages emotions so that they are expressed appropriately; leads others by showcasing adaptability, empathy, and social skills.

Acting with Integrity

Interacts with others in a way that is seen as direct and truthful; ensures confidence in individual and organizational motives and representations. Acts in a way that is consistent with personal and organizational values by keeping confidence, promises, and commitments. Clearly states goals and beliefs; informs people of their true intentions, does what they say they will do; follows through on commitments.

Being a Champion for Change and Innovation

Supports people in their efforts to try new things. Things creatively, generates novel and valuable ideas and uses these ideas to develop new or improved processes. Accepts new ways of doing things and adapts to change.

Communicating Effectively

Speaks and writes clearly, conveys information in a concise, organized, and logical manner. Is adept at tailoring the message to fit the interests and needs of the audience. Listens attentively and exercises tact, discretion, and diplomacy when interacting with members of the department and organization.

Promoting Diversity and Inclusion

Treats all people with dignity and respect. Demonstrates an open‑minded approach to understanding people regardless of their gender, age, race, national origin, religion, ethnicity, disability status, or other characteristics. Challenges bias and intolerance. Develops all-inclusive groups in the realms of social interaction and communication. Shows respect for the beliefs of others; encourages and promotes practices that support cultural diversity; discourages behaviors or practices that may be perceived as unfair, biased, or critical toward people with certain backgrounds.

Physical Requirements

This job can be physically demanding at times requiring stooping, sitting, standing, and walking for long periods of time. The team member will need to frequently assist lifting patients and heavy equipment. Must be able to work in a stressful environment, work independently, making sound decisions, detail oriented, alert, and self‑motivated. Ability to push/pull up to 40lbs, carry and lift up to 50lbs.

Threshold Requirements

• These threshold requirements are required and completed yearly basis.
  • Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements, in-service and health requirements including attendance at new employee orientation.
  • TB/PPD Surveillance Program
  • Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certification(s).