Surgical Support Technician - Rapid OR Prep & Ops

Baylor Scott & White Health; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) savings plan

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Temple, TX is seeking a Surgical Support Technician to help prepare operating rooms, manage turnover, and ensure supplies are available for procedures.

Responsibilities include instrument handling, inventory management, patient transport, and non-medical support to keep the surgical team functioning smoothly. Prior healthcare exposure is a plus; BLS certification or ability to obtain within 30 days is required.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - HS Diploma or GED equivalent.
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 year of experience.
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - BLS or obtain within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Clean surfaces and equipment in OR; decontaminate after surgery and dispose of waste safely.
• Transport patients, lab samples, and supplies as required.
• Monitor and restock inventory; ensure supplies are available across areas.
• Check and restock case carts; align with doctor preferences.
• Open sterile supplies under clinician supervision for procedures.
• Assist with surgical prep; verify instrument sets and perform flash sterilization tests.
• Respond to emergencies; follow procedures and fulfill on-call duties.
• Support surgical team with accuracy and flexibility in dynamic settings.

Skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Office equipment

Computer literacy

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

Baylor Scott & White Health in Temple, TX is seeking a Surgical Support Technician to help prepare operating rooms, manage turnover, and ensure supplies are available for procedures.

Responsibilities include instrument handling, inventory management, patient transport, and non-medical support to keep the surgical team functioning smoothly. Prior healthcare exposure is a plus; BLS certification or ability to obtain within 30 days is required.