Surgical Support Technician: OR Prep & Inventory

Baylor Scott & White Health; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas is seeking a Surgical Support Technician to ensure smooth operations in the OR. You will prepare spaces before surgeries, assist with turnover, and safeguard availability of essential supplies to support patient care.

This role emphasizes meticulous inventory control, safe handling of waste, and collaboration with clinicians inside and outside the operating room. A strong eye for detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Less than 1 year of experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire/transfer.

Responsibilities

• Clean surfaces and equipment in OR. Decontaminate after surgery and as needed by team. Dispose of hospital waste safely.
• Transport patients, lab samples, and supplies as part of the role; execute various related tasks.
• Manage inventory by monitoring levels, restocking supplies, and ordering as needed; maintain supplies across areas.
• Check supplies for surgeries; audit case carts based on doctor preferences and restock as needed.
• Support clinicians inside and outside the operating room; open sterile supplies for procedures under supervision.
• Surgical prep includes checking instrument sets and selecting supplies for cases; perform flash sterilization tests.
• Respond to emergencies by following procedures; complete on-call duties quickly; act as a surgical team resource.
• Staff hired before Sept 1, 2009 may hold retractors during surgery; no program completion required.

Education

HS Diploma/GED Equivalent

Job description

Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas is seeking a Surgical Support Technician to ensure smooth operations in the OR. You will prepare spaces before surgeries, assist with turnover, and safeguard availability of essential supplies to support patient care.

This role emphasizes meticulous inventory control, safe handling of waste, and collaboration with clinicians inside and outside the operating room. A strong eye for detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment are essential.