OR Support Technician - Day Shift (Mon-Fri, Full-Time)

Houston Dose; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann in Houston is seeking an Operating Room Support Tech to prepare patients and the environment for surgery. You will coordinate non‑clinical and ancillary services to support patient care, and maintain unit efficiency and quality across shifts.

The role involves inventory management, collaboration with Materials Management, and ensuring safe, compassionate care for patients, staff, and visitors in a fast-paced OR environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS/CPR required; CST preferred.
• 3+ years in a health care setting; OR experience preferred.
• Strong English, medical terminology, and customer service skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing patients and the environment for surgery.
• Ensure required medical supplies and information are delivered on time; transfer patients as needed.
• Maintain inventory; update records and master filing system.
• Maintain inventory and select supplies per scheduled surgery.
• Collate inventory requirements and ensure accurate automated records.
• Collaborate with Materials Management to keep supplies available.
• Count discrepancies between received items and shipping documents; report damaged materials.
• Attach receiving documents and deliver to the appropriate department.
• Identify and resolve unit operational problems with supervision as needed.
• Coordinate non-clinical services and other support functions.
• Ensure storage areas are clean and compliant with policies.
• Sterilize instruments under RN or CST supervision.
• Retrieve malfunctioning equipment and ensure repairs are completed.
• Adhere to hospital policies and maintain service quality within budget.
• Support department goals and mentor junior staff.
• Demonstrate compassionate, patient-centered care in line with service standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Customer service

Medical terminology

Organizational skills

Lifting up to 50 lb

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Memorial Hermann in Houston is seeking an Operating Room Support Tech to prepare patients and the environment for surgery. You will coordinate non‑clinical and ancillary services to support patient care, and maintain unit efficiency and quality across shifts.

The role involves inventory management, collaboration with Materials Management, and ensuring safe, compassionate care for patients, staff, and visitors in a fast-paced OR environment.