Perioperative Support Specialist

CommonSpirit Health; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary-Corwin in Pueblo, CO seeks a Perioperative Support Specialist to assist PACU, OR, or GI Lab under a Registered Nurse. You’ll help maintain patient flow, keep environments clean and stocked, and support nursing staff with patient prep and safe transport.

You will work as part of a team, follow established policies, and contribute to a safe, organized perioperative setting focused on high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association.
• Strong communication skills and ability to read, write and speak English.
• Basic computer skills for charting and equipment checks.

Responsibilities

• Perform safe, timely interdepartmental transport of patients.
• Assist in cleaning, sterilization, setup and maintenance of equipment.
• Clean operating room suites between cases and assist with room prep.
• Support in prepping rooms for the next patient and ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Strong communication

English literacy

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Perioperative Support Specialist, you will directly assist in the smooth daily operations of the PACU, OR, or GI Lab under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. Your support will be crucial for maintaining efficient patient flow and a clean, well-equipped care environment.

Every day, you will perform routine and delegated ancillary duties according to established standards and policies, collaborating closely with nursing staff. This includes actively assisting nurses in preparing patients for surgery and facilitating their safe transport within the perioperative areas. You will also diligently help maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of essential equipment and supplies within the care environment.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting patient care and operational efficiency. You will exhibit excellent teamwork skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow directions accurately, all while helping to ensure a safe and organized setting for patients and staff.

• Performs the safe, timely transport of patients interdepartmentally and upon discharge.
• Assists in the cleaning, sterilization, setup and maintenance of equipment (e.g., clean canisters, anesthesia circuits and suctions, monitoring lines, LMAs and laryngoscope blades).
• Cleans operating room suites or procedure rooms between cases.
• Assists with terminal cleaning of operating room as requested.
• Puts equipment, supplies, and instruments away.
• Assists in prepping room for the next patient.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• Current Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Basic computer skills

Preferred

• Previous experience in hospital setting and surgical services

Where You'll Work

For more than 135 years, St. Mary-Corwin has cared for the people of Pueblo and the surrounding southern Colorado communities. Driven by a commitment to Pueblo and our healing ministry, St. Mary- Corwin is focused on its core areas of clinical strength: cancer care and orthopedic services. This concentration enables St. Mary-Corwin to serve the southern Colorado region with high quality, high value care for generations to come. Residents of Pueblo enjoy a moderate cost of living within this modern, mid-sized community while experiencing everything great about life in Colorado, including world- class nearby outdoor recreation, thriving local arts and culture, numerous parks, festivals and much more.

Pay Range

$18.60 - $28.83 /hour

We are an equal opportunity employer.