OR Support Assistant

East Georgia Regional Medical Center, LLC; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

401(k) with matching

Competitive salary and comprehensive

Paid Time Off Available

Job summary

East Georgia Regional Medical Center, LLC in Statesboro, GA is seeking an OR Support Assistant to back the surgical team by preparing operating rooms, maintaining equipment, and assisting with patient care before, during, and after procedures.

The role emphasizes safety, infection control, and smooth procedure transitions, reporting to clinical staff and performing a variety of support functions. Full-time evening schedule is 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a surgical services or patient support role.
• Familiarity with basic surgical terminology and OR protocols.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and cleanliness.
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and safety practices in a surgical setting.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Assists with operating room setup by ensuring necessary equipment, instruments, and supplies are available and in proper working order.
• Supports room turnover between surgical procedures by cleaning and restocking the operating room in accordance with established protocols.
• Transports patients to and from the operating room and other perioperative areas as directed.
• Gathers and delivers required equipment and supplies to the surgical team during procedures.
• Monitors inventory levels, restocks supplies, and assists with general organization of the surgical support areas.
• Follows infection prevention, safety, and environmental protocols to maintain a clean and safe surgical environment.
• Communicates effectively with surgical, nursing, and support staff to ensure seamless procedural operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Surgical terminology

Equipment inspection

Attention to detail

Follow directions

Infection prevention

Communication

Calm under pressure

Job description

OR Support Assistant (OR Tech)

• 401(k) with matching
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off Available

Full time, Evenings: Monday - Friday, 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) with matching
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off Available

Job Summary

The OR Support Assistant supports the surgical team by preparing operating rooms, maintaining equipment and supplies, and assisting with patient care activities before, during, and after surgical procedures. This role contributes to the efficiency and safety of the perioperative environment by facilitating smooth transitions between procedures, ensuring compliance with infection control standards, and performing a variety of support functions under the direction of clinical staff.

Essential Functions

• Assists with operating room setup by ensuring necessary equipment, instruments, and supplies are available and in proper working order.
• Supports room turnover between surgical procedures by cleaning and restocking the operating room in accordance with established protocols.
• Transports patients to and from the operating room and other perioperative areas as directed.
• Gathers and delivers required equipment and supplies to the surgical team during procedures.
• Monitors inventory levels, restocks supplies, and assists with general organization of the surgical support areas.
• Follows all infection prevention, safety, and environmental protocols to maintain a clean and safe surgical environment.
• Communicates effectively with surgical, nursing, and support staff to ensure seamless procedural operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a surgical services or patient support role required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Understanding of basic surgical terminology and operating room protocols.
• Ability to operate and inspect non-clinical equipment and identify issues.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and cleanliness.
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and safety practices in a surgical setting.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient in fast-paced environments.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support preferred