Operating Room Support Specialist

Yale NewHaven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a dedicated Hospital Support Associate to assist nursing staff, transport patients, and maintain sanitary conditions across L&B and OR areas. This role emphasizes patient-centered service and teamwork within the care environment.

Responsibilities include stocking supplies, inventory control, and assisting in daily unit operations, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and reliability in supporting the patient care team under the RN supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in inventory, maintenance, sterile technique preferred.
• Minimum of two years related experience in customer relations, inventory management, patient care, or similar roles.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical assistance to nursing staff and transfers patients as needed.
• Performs cleaning tasks to maintain sanitary conditions in L&B and OR areas.
• Maintains equipment inventory and par levels; locates missing items.
• Maintains supply inventory and runs essential errands for OR and L&B units.
• Participates in unit activities and completes mandatory continuing education.

Skills

Customer relations

Inventory management

Patient care

Team coordination

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a dedicated Hospital Support Associate to assist nursing staff, transport patients, and maintain sanitary conditions across L&B and OR areas. This role emphasizes patient-centered service and teamwork within the care environment.

Responsibilities include stocking supplies, inventory control, and assisting in daily unit operations, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and reliability in supporting the patient care team under the RN supervision.