Operating Room Technician

Beaufort Memorial Hospital • Bluffton, SC

22h • Onsite

About The Position

South of Broad Healthcare (SOBH) is expanding access to high-quality, community-based healthcare throughout southern Beaufort County and the surrounding Lowcountry. Grounded by a mission of delivering compassionate, patient-centered care, SOBH supports strategic growth designed to bring essential healthcare services closer to the people and communities we serve. At the center of SOBH is Bluffton Community Hospital, a new 28 bed, full-service hospital. Approximately 90,000 square foot facility will include a 24/7 emergency department, an acute inpatient nursing unit, surgical and endoscopy suites, a cardiac catheterization lab, advanced imaging, laboratory services, and additional outpatient capabilities. The hospital is scheduled for completion in late 2026, with patient care anticipated to being early 2027. Bluffton Community Hospital represents more than the construction of a new facility – it reflects a long-term investment in the health, economic vitality, and future of one of South Carolina’s fasts growing communities. The hospital will create new employment and leadership opportunities, strengthen the recruitment of physicians and clinical professionals, and allow residents south of the Broad River to receive comprehensive care closer to home. As part of SOBH, Bluffton Community Hospital is committed to building a collaborative, innovative, and people centered organization. Our goal is to create an exceptional environment for patients, families, physicians, and employees – one that combines the personal connection of a community hospital. Assists the perioperative care team in many aspects of patient care. Performs a variety of technical duties to assist in preparation of patient and surgical suite for procedures. Assists in patient positioning, transport, prepping and draping. Works with a variety of equipment and is responsible for retrieving, preparing and assisting in the use of equipment. Responds during emergency situations to assist as directed by the MDA, RN and CRNA present. Provides support for the Surgical Services department by turning over O.R. rooms, including but not limited to restocking supplies, cleaning, returning equipment and delivering specimens. Performs other duties as assigned within scope of practice. Assists with surgical procedures and provides support for routine and complex cases. Functions under the supervision of the MDAs, RNs, CRNAs, AAs, Surgeons and reports to the Director of Perioperative Services

Requirements

• BLS certification required prior to first clinical shift (must be issued by the American Heart Association).

Nice To Haves

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Current experience in healthcare field or in a hospital setting, particularly within the O.R. or Anesthesia departments, is preferred.
• Certified Anesthesia Technician credential is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists the perioperative care team in many aspects of patient care.
• Performs a variety of technical duties to assist in preparation of patient and surgical suite for procedures.
• Assists in patient positioning, transport, prepping and draping.
• Works with a variety of equipment and is responsible for retrieving, preparing and assisting in the use of equipment.
• Responds during emergency situations to assist as directed by the MDA, RN and CRNA present.
• Provides support for the Surgical Services department by turning over O.R. rooms, including but not limited to restocking supplies, cleaning, returning equipment and delivering specimens.
• Performs other duties as assigned within scope of practice.
• Assists with surgical procedures and provides support for routine and complex cases.
• Functions under the supervision of the MDAs, RNs, CRNAs, AAs, Surgeons and reports to the Director of Perioperative Services

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED