Operating Room Support Specialist — Patient Care & Turnover

Memorial Physician Practices; Hickory (NC); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plan

Health Savings Account

401(k) retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Frye Regional Medical Center in North Carolina is seeking a Surgical Aide to assist the operating room team. You will perform basic patient care under RN/LPN supervision, support room turnover, and help maintain a safe, clean OR environment.

This is a non-exempt position reporting to the Surgical Services Director. This role requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and OR turnover experience; BLS is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of operating room experience.
• Experience with operating room turnover.
• Knowledge of operating room equipment, beds and supplies.
• Healthcare experience as a Medical or Nursing Assistant in OR.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision.
• Assists with patient preparation and positioning.
• Supports OR turnover and room readiness between procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes assigned areas for safety and order.
• Keeps shelves stocked with necessary supplies.
• Delivers specimens to the laboratory.
• Retrieves X-rays and patient charts as needed.
• Maintains operating room equipment and beds.
• Supports the surgical team by completing tasks promptly.

Skills

Critical thinking

Independent work

Stress management

Decision making

Organization and communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Frye Regional Medical Center in North Carolina is seeking a Surgical Aide to assist the operating room team. You will perform basic patient care under RN/LPN supervision, support room turnover, and help maintain a safe, clean OR environment.

This is a non-exempt position reporting to the Surgical Services Director. This role requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and OR turnover experience; BLS is preferred.