Operating Room Support Specialist

United Surgical Partners International; Spring Ridge (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off 15 days per year

401k retirement plan

Paid holidays

Health savings accounts

Job summary

Surgical Institute of Reading is hiring a Surgical Care Aid to assist in everyday duties of the operating room, following sterile technique and assisting with patient positioning.

The role supports Circulator and Scrub Tech, handles supplies, draping, instrument turnover, and prepares OR for next cases.

Quals include a High School Diploma and current BLS certification; join a facility with Joint Commission accreditation and a broad range of surgical specialties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Scrub hands and arms accordingly to Sterile Scrub Technique Policy; don sterile gown and gloves, maintaining sterile technique.
• Perform scrub #2 role as directed/assigned, primarily holding retractors and/or cameras.
• Open sterile packs and supplies, using surgeon’s preference card for specific requests; use supplies conservatively and efficiently.
• Assist with draping of patient and confirms the operative area and procedure with the surgeon.
• Attach light handles and hand off the appropriate equipment to begin the procedure to the circulating nurse.

Education

High School Diploma/GED required

Current BLS certification

Job description

Surgical Institute of Reading is hiring a Surgical Care Aid to assist in everyday duties of the operating room, following sterile technique and assisting with patient positioning.

The role supports Circulator and Scrub Tech, handles supplies, draping, instrument turnover, and prepares OR for next cases.

Quals include a High School Diploma and current BLS certification; join a facility with Joint Commission accreditation and a broad range of surgical specialties.