Operating Room Support Specialist: Precision, Teamwork, Impact

RWJBarnabas Health; Belleville (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Employee Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an Operating Room Support Specialist to join the Operating Room team at Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, NJ. This day-shift, full-time role supports the surgical team, ensures sterile, ready-to-use environments, and maintains supply readiness for procedures.

The position emphasizes strict asepsis, precise room setups, and teamwork under RN supervision, with opportunities for growth and involvement in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Requires strong knowledge of operating room protocols and safety
• Prior scrub technician experience is preferred
• Able to assist with patient care activities under RN supervision

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team and OR staff under RN supervision
• Perform meticulous room setups and prepare environment for procedures
• Execute case turnover and thorough room cleaning between procedures
• Maintain strict asepsis and sterile field throughout procedures
• Ensure equipment cleanliness and readiness for use
• Monitor and replenish OR supplies and case carts as needed
• Transport patients, supplies, and equipment as directed by the team
• Assist with patient positioning to support safe workflows
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives to raise care standards

Skills

OR environment knowledge

Scrub tech experience

Attention to asepsis

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an Operating Room Support Specialist to join the Operating Room team at Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, NJ. This day-shift, full-time role supports the surgical team, ensures sterile, ready-to-use environments, and maintains supply readiness for procedures.

The position emphasizes strict asepsis, precise room setups, and teamwork under RN supervision, with opportunities for growth and involvement in quality improvement initiatives.