Surgical OR Support Specialist

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Cedar Crest (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc. is seeking an operating room support role to assist nursing staff with patient care, positioning, and transport. The position also includes cleaning and disinfecting rooms after cases and ensuring instruments and supplies are ready for use.

Weekend shift availability is required; responsibilities include patient interactions and providing emotional support during pre-operative care in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Healthcare experience preferred; <1 year 6 months in a healthcare setting.
• Mature, conscientious, and with sound judgment.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire (PA).

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff by positioning and transferring patients.
• Transport patients to and from the operating room.
• Ensure instruments and supplies are available.
• Open and handle supplies and instruments as needed.
• Provide emotional support during pre-operative interactions.
• Clean and disinfect operating rooms after cases.
• Handle and process patient specimens as required.
• Contribute to OR productivity and efficiency initiatives.

Skills

Mature and conscientious

Sound judgment

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc. is seeking an operating room support role to assist nursing staff with patient care, positioning, and transport. The position also includes cleaning and disinfecting rooms after cases and ensuring instruments and supplies are ready for use.

Weekend shift availability is required; responsibilities include patient interactions and providing emotional support during pre-operative care in a fast-paced surgical environment.