Operating Room Support Technician

Ocean State Job Lot; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MLK Community Healthcare in Los Angeles is seeking a Surgical Support Aide under supervision of a registered nurse to assist in the operating rooms and Post Anesthesia Recovery Room. Duties include patient transport, prepping, shaving, positioning, and obtaining special equipment while maintaining aseptic technique.

Responsibilities cover intraoperative support, case turnover, cart stocking, and equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year hospital experience as CNA, Surgical Transport, Central Service Technician, or Instrument Technician preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Knowledge of human anatomy, medical terminology, and rehab principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient transportation throughout the surgical suite.
• Assist with transfer of patient from table to gurney or bed.
• Assist nurses and anesthesiologists with patient transport to Recovery Room.
• Assist with aseptic prep and positioning at the operative site.
• Prepare and pre-check equipment (e.g., microscopes, video towers) for procedures.
• Stock operating rooms with supplies and maintain carts.
• Support anesthesia by stocking and maintaining carts.
• Inventory and stock ORs with supplies as assigned.
• Participate in training of new personnel and staff development.
• Contribute to Performance Improvement projects and address deficiencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Service Orientation

Critical Thinking

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

MLK Community Healthcare in Los Angeles is seeking a Surgical Support Aide under supervision of a registered nurse to assist in the operating rooms and Post Anesthesia Recovery Room. Duties include patient transport, prepping, shaving, positioning, and obtaining special equipment while maintaining aseptic technique.

Responsibilities cover intraoperative support, case turnover, cart stocking, and equipment maintenance.