Surgical Support Technician - Outpatient Surgery Center

Surgical Support Technician - Outpatient Surgery Center OR

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• Sort and dispose of contaminated materials per hospital guidelines.
• Transport patients to and from surgery, providing comfort and reporting concerns as needed.
• Demonstrate infection control principles and aseptic techniques.
• Understand growth and development for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and elderly populations and normal aging processes.
• Work cooperatively with the surgical team.
• Competency in advanced level case assignment and equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.
• Demonstrated knowledge of equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Demonstrate knowledge of surgical procedures and terminology.
• Communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail.
• Ensure readiness of assigned rooms: all equipment orientation, surfaces cleaned (non‑patient care duties), patient safety tasks such as cleaning surfaces and equipment in the OR.
• Housekeeping duties: collect and discard hospital waste using standard precautions and OSHA guidelines.
• Personal growth and development: clean area and keep stock in order.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  0 years (1 year preferred).
• Licensure: BLS within 2 months of hire; CNA or EMT preferred.

• Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail; ability to write legibly; ability to lift/push/pull 25‑50 lbs.; working in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids, and infectious disease.

$19.11 – $29.62 per hour

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long‑term and Short‑term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Savings Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world‑class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023‑2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023‑2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children’s hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation.

Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.  to read more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.