Surgical Support Specialist: OR Setup & Turnover

Community Health Systems; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking an OR Support Assistant to help prepare operating rooms, maintain equipment and supplies, and assist with patient care before, during, and after procedures. The role supports a safe perioperative environment by following infection control standards and collaborating with clinical staff.

Responsibilities include room setup, turnover, patient transport, inventory management, and adherence to safety protocols in a fast-paced surgical setting.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a surgical services or patient support role is required

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms with necessary equipment, instruments and supplies
• Support turnover between procedures by cleaning and restocking the room
• Transport patients to and from the operating room and perioperative areas
• Deliver equipment and supplies to the surgical team during procedures
• Monitor inventory and maintain organization of surgical support areas
• Follow infection prevention, safety and environment protocols
• Communicate with surgical, nursing, and support staff to ensure smooth operations
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies

Skills

Surgical terminology

Equipment inspection

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Infection prevention

Communication

Calm under pressure

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking an OR Support Assistant to help prepare operating rooms, maintain equipment and supplies, and assist with patient care before, during, and after procedures. The role supports a safe perioperative environment by following infection control standards and collaborating with clinical staff.

Responsibilities include room setup, turnover, patient transport, inventory management, and adherence to safety protocols in a fast-paced surgical setting.