Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation·Flowood, Mississippi
The OR Support Assistant prepares operating rooms by setting up equipment and supplies and facilitating room turnover between procedures. They also transport patients and assist the surgical team with clinical support activities to ensure a safe perioperative environment.
The OR Support Assistant supports the surgical team by preparing operating rooms, maintaining equipment and supplies, and assisting with patient care activities before, during, and after surgical procedures. This role contributes to the efficiency and safety of the perioperative environment by facilitating smooth transitions between procedures, ensuring compliance with infection control standards, and performing a variety of support functions under the direction of clinical staff.
Essential Functions
Assists with operating room setup by ensuring necessary equipment, instruments, and supplies are available and in proper working order.
Supports room turnover between surgical procedures by cleaning and restocking the operating room in accordance with established protocols.
Transports patients to and from the operating room and other perioperative areas as directed.
Gathers and delivers required equipment and supplies to the surgical team during procedures.
Monitors inventory levels, restocks supplies, and assists with general organization of the surgical support areas.
Follows all infection prevention, safety, and environmental protocols to maintain a clean and safe surgical environment.
Communicates effectively with surgical, nursing, and support staff to ensure seamless procedural operations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
• 0-1 years of experience in a surgical services or patient support role required
Candidates should have 0-1 years of experience in surgical services or patient support. A Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification is preferred, along with knowledge of infection prevention and surgical protocols.
Market context
Support-services roles in Mississippi are often tied to steady staffing needs in schools and healthcare settings, especially where frontline assistance and patient or student support are essential. These jobs can be competitive because employers look for reliable communication, customer service, and verified credentials like a High School Diploma or GED plus CNA certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your certification status and recent experience before applying.
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