OR Operations Lead - Surgical Support

Tallahassee Memorial; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare is seeking a Surgical Support Technician Supervisor to lead OR support staff in a high-demand hospital environment. You will oversee SSTs, coordinate workflows, and ensure efficient operating room operations.

This role requires BLS, HS/GED, and at least one year as SST with leadership experience preferred; you will mentor the OR team and uphold infection control standards in a demanding acute care setting.

Qualifications

• HS/GED required; Preferred: 2 years technical or college education.
• Minimum: 1 year experience as a Surgical Support Technician or comparable position; two years’ experience in a leadership role preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct supervision of Surgical Support Technicians and general assistance to OR staff.
• Acts in a leadership role assuring SSTs perform duties as assigned and drives efficiency of the Operating Rooms.
• Provides work assignments, coordinates and oversees workflow and activities of SSTs daily.
• Coordinates activities with the OR manager to prioritize work to immediate unit needs.
• Performs orientation for new SSTs and provides input on individual performance.
• Drives performance to meet Operating Room leadership goals.
• Ensures infection control processes are followed and maintained in areas of responsibility.
• Mentors and models behavior for the OR team.

Skills

Leadership

Surgical Support Technician

Infection control

OR coordination

Education

HS/GED

2 years technical or college education (preferred)

Job description

Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare is seeking a Surgical Support Technician Supervisor to lead OR support staff in a high-demand hospital environment. You will oversee SSTs, coordinate workflows, and ensure efficient operating room operations.

This role requires BLS, HS/GED, and at least one year as SST with leadership experience preferred; you will mentor the OR team and uphold infection control standards in a demanding acute care setting.