Compass Surgical Partners·Middleburg, Florida
The Operating Room Associate provides general patient care support and assists with OR suite setup, turnover, and restocking. They are responsible for preparing equipment, positioning patients, and maintaining a clean, safe surgical environment.
Monday–Friday | Day Shift What You'll Do Prepare surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies according to physician preference cards. Set up and maintain sterile fields using proper aseptic technique throughout surgical procedures. Arrange instruments and supplies to support efficient surgical workflow. Inspect equipment and instruments to ensure they are functioning properly before each procedure. Assist with operating room setup, patient positioning, and room turnover between cases. Maintain adequate inventory of surgical instruments and supplies during procedures. Clean, package, sterilize, and store surgical instruments following established protocols. Update and maintain surgeon preference cards and assist with inventory management. Communicate effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia providers, and other members of the surgical team. Follow all infection prevention, patient safety, quality improvement, and facility policies. Respond appropriately to emergency situations and assist with other duties as assigned. What You'll Bring Completion of an Operating Room Technician training program, Surgical Technologist program, or equivalent operating room training required. Current BLS certification required. Surgical Technologist certification preferred or required based on applicable state and facility guidelines. Previous operating room or ambulatory surgery center experience preferred. Knowledge of sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and operating room procedures. Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills. Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the workday. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds regularly, up to 40 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally with assistance.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a BLS certification. Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for prolonged periods is required.
Market context
Florida hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers regularly need Operating Room Technicians to support surgical teams, so openings can be steady in busy metro and coastal markets. Competition is often shaped by hands-on OR, SPD, or patient-care experience, plus current BLS and the ability to meet physical demands like lifting 50 lbs. Before applying, compare the posting’s required skills and preferred background with your own; this platform AI-summarizes requirements and benefits from the original job description to save research time.