Operating Room Support Technician – Entry Level

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Health Savings Plans

Certification and education support

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

UVA Health University Medical Center invites applications for Surgical Support Technician (SST) in the Main Operating Room. You will support readiness, safety, and efficient turnover in a fast-paced perioperative setting, contributing directly to patient care and team performance.

This entry-level role is designed to launch or grow a perioperative career with on-the-job training, strong safety culture, and opportunities across multiple OR environments.

Qualifications

• Education: HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 0 years (1 year preferred).
• Licensure: BLS within 2 months of hire; CNA or EMT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down operating rooms to ensure readiness for each surgical case.
• Clean and disinfect OR surfaces and equipment following infection control standards.
• Sort and dispose of contaminated materials per hospital guidelines.
• Transport patients to and from Surgery while providing comfort and observing safety needs.
• Stock supplies, maintain equipment, and support efficient room turnover.
• Work cooperatively with the surgical team in a high-acuity, time-sensitive environment.

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

UVA Health University Medical Center invites applications for Surgical Support Technician (SST) in the Main Operating Room. You will support readiness, safety, and efficient turnover in a fast-paced perioperative setting, contributing directly to patient care and team performance.

This entry-level role is designed to launch or grow a perioperative career with on-the-job training, strong safety culture, and opportunities across multiple OR environments.