OR Support Services Assistant

Flowers Hospital; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowers Hospital in Dothan, AL is seeking an OR Support Assistant to prepare operating rooms, maintain equipment and supplies, and assist with patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures.

This role supports the surgical team, facilitates smooth transitions between procedures, and ensures compliance with infection control standards while performing various support tasks under clinical staff direction.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic surgical terminology and operating room protocols.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and safety practices in a surgical setting.
• 0-1 years of experience in a surgical services or patient support role.

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 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.

Skills

Surgical terminology understanding

Operating room protocols knowledge

Attention to detail

Teamwork and collaboration

Infection prevention practices

Effective communication

Calm under pressure

Job description

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.

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