OR Support Services Assistant - Collier - Full Time - Days

Community Health Systems; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401K

PTO

Tuition assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Physicians Regional is seeking an OR Support Assistant to prepare operating rooms, maintain equipment, and assist with patient care around surgical procedures. The role supports efficient, safe perioperative operations and adherence to infection control standards.

Responsibilities include setup, turnover, patient transport, equipment delivery, inventory monitoring, and collaboration with surgical teams. 0-1 years experience in a surgical or patient support role preferred and BCLS is optional.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in surgical services or patient support.
• Understanding of basic surgical terminology and operating room protocols.
• Ability to operate and inspect non-clinical equipment.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and cleanliness.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and safety practices in a surgical setting.

Responsibilities

• Assists with operating room setup by ensuring necessary equipment, instruments, and supplies are available and in proper working order.
• Supports room turnover between procedures by cleaning and restocking the operating room per 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 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.

Skills

Infection control

Operating room protocols

Attention to detail

Organization

Teamwork

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.

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

As a core employee with Physicians Regional, you will be eligible for competitive base pay, night shift incentives, and a robust total rewards compensation package.

Included in our benefits package includes some of the following:

• health insurance
• dental
• vision
• 401K
• PTO

You can also qualify for tuition assistance and a reimbursement program for qualified programs.