Periop Support Assoc III

Orlando Health, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health, Inc. seeks a PSA I/II to assist surgeons and support the operating room team with instrumentation, room setup, and aseptic technique. You will work under RN/surgeon supervision and may perform PSA III duties such as patient preps and case cart checks.

The role emphasizes accurate preparation, equipment readiness, and reliable teamwork in a busy surgical environment, with adherence to hospital policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Maintain BLS/Healthcare Provider certification
• One year recent PSA II experience or current enrollment/completion in Nursing, Surgical Tech, or Medical Program

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon at surgical field by passing instrumentation at skin closure after counts are completed.
• May be primary scrub on closed procedures, splint and cast applications, and closed fracture reductions.
• Maintain aseptic technique and preparation of the surgical field.
• Under RN/surgeon supervision, PSA III duties may include patient preps, checking case carts, equipment and supplies setup, and room preparation per preference cards.
• Transport and deliver items, equipment, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy).
• May have limited access to areas storing medications.
• Maintain attendance and compliance with Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Report defective materials or instrumentation and take corrective action.
• Identify and correct procedural deficiencies in supplies and equipment.
• Operate basic and specialty equipment per manufacturer’s instructions.
• Demonstrate intra-operative handling of sterile equipment and supplies.

Skills

PSA II experience

Aseptic technique

Patient prep

Equipment setup

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Performs the duties of the PSA I and II, plus specialty specific advanced field support skills.

Qualifications

Education/Training

High school diploma or equivalent.

Licensure/Certification

Maintains BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.

Experience

One year recent experience as a PSA II; or currently enrolled in or completed a Nursing, Surgical Tech or Medical Program.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• May assist surgeon at surgical field by passing instrumentation at skin closure once the counts are completed and specimens are removed.
• May be the primary scrub on closed procedures, splint and cast applications, and closed fracture reductions.
• Understands the basic rules and principles of aseptic technique and preparation and maintenance of the surgical field.
• Under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or surgeon, the PSA III duties may include: performing patient preps, checking of the case carts, preparing equipment and supplies for specialty procedures, setting up rooms per preference cards, assisting with position of patients for procedures and applying the dressing to closed wound.
• Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.
• May have limited access to areas storing medications.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions

• Responsible for reporting defective material or instrumentation, equipment and takes appropriate action to repair or replace items.
• Recognizes and corrects procedure deficiencies in supplies and equipment within specialty area.
• Operates mechanical and electrical equipment within specialty area according to manufacturer’s instructions.
• Demonstrates intra-operative handling of sterile equipment and supplies.
• Checks function of basic and specialty equipment.