Operating Room Support Specialist II

University of California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California is seeking an Operating Room Assistant to join a dynamic, fast-paced surgical support team in Los Angeles. The role includes patient moving and transport, handling blood products and specimens, and equipment transport and maintenance.

Under supervision, you will help with room readiness, restocking supplies, cleaning soiled rooms, and distributing anesthesia support materials, while delivering customer service and improving departmental efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, carry, push or pull 50lbs or more (80-90% of the time).
• Dexterity to operate hospital equipment.
• Strong communication to take direction or instructions.
• Ability to articulate with a diverse and multidisciplinary team.
• Awareness of potential exposure to hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of disinfectants, germicide and sterilant.
• Knowledge of infection control, AORN, and AAMI standards.
• Hospital Operating Room experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Move patients and transport within the department.
• Transport blood products, specimens, and equipment.
• Maintain equipment and restock supplies.
• Ensure room readiness and clean soiled rooms.
• Support customer service and departmental efficiencies.

Skills

Lifting and moving heavy objects

Equipment operation

Communication and teamwork

Infection control knowledge

Disinfectants and sterilants knowledge

Regulatory compliance (JCAHO/OSHA)

OR experience preferred

Job description

The University of California is seeking an Operating Room Assistant to join a dynamic, fast-paced surgical support team in Los Angeles. The role includes patient moving and transport, handling blood products and specimens, and equipment transport and maintenance.

Under supervision, you will help with room readiness, restocking supplies, cleaning soiled rooms, and distributing anesthesia support materials, while delivering customer service and improving departmental efficiencies.