Perioperative Support Technician; 3:00pm -11:30pm; 80 HRS;

Bothwell Regional Health Center•Sedalia, MO

12h•$15 - $24

About The Position

The Perioperative Support Technician performs terminal cleaning and disinfection of operating rooms, hallways, and assigned perioperative areas to maintain a safe, clean, surgery-ready environment. The role cleans and disinfects surgical equipment, furniture, floors, environmental surfaces, and high-touch areas according to hospital policies, infection prevention standards, manufacturer instructions, and approved procedures. It also involves proper disposal of waste, linen, and contaminated materials; safe use of personal protective equipment and approved cleaning products; and maintaining cleaning equipment, carts, and supplies. The technician completes cleaning documentation and logs, reports safety or operational concerns to Perioperative Services leadership, and participates in orientation, education, competency validation, and ongoing training. The position works primarily indoors in surgical and designated patient care areas, including evening hours, and may involve exposure to communicable diseases, potentially infectious materials, cleaning agents, wet floors, and other cleaning-related hazards.

Requirements

On-the-job training is provided.
Demonstrate support for the organizational and departmental mission and knowledge of the Strategic Plan and Hospital Key Initiatives.
Foster teamwork and resolve conflicts constructively and in a timely manner.
Communicate effectively and simply with customers and coworkers, and maintain a positive, courteous, and friendly attitude.
Demonstrate accountability, dependability, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Exercise good judgment, reasoning, and attention to detail.
Demonstrate knowledge of infection prevention practices, environmental cleaning procedures, and appropriate use of cleaning products and PPE.
Follow established cleaning protocols, manufacturer instructions, and departmental expectations.
Demonstrate organizational skills, time management, and the ability to prioritize work and complete assigned responsibilities within the designated shift.
Maintain a commitment to quality improvement, patient safety, and service excellence.
Be willing to learn and maintain competency in required environmental cleaning practices.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or higher preferred.
Environmental services, housekeeping, or healthcare cleaning experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform terminal cleaning and disinfection of operating rooms, hallways, and assigned perioperative areas.
Clean and disinfect operating rooms, surgical equipment, furniture, floors, environmental surfaces, and high-touch areas in accordance with hospital policies, infection prevention standards, manufacturer instructions, and approved procedures.
Remove and properly dispose of waste, linen, and contaminated materials in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
Follow standard and transmission-based precautions, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Use hospital-approved cleaning and disinfecting products according to manufacturer instructions, including required dilution, application, and contact times.
Maintain cleaning equipment, carts, and supplies in a clean, organized, and operational condition; monitor inventory and report supply or equipment needs.
Complete required documentation and cleaning logs accurately and timely.
Report safety concerns, environmental issues, equipment malfunctions, and other operational concerns to Perioperative Services leadership.
Participate in required orientation, education, competency validation, and ongoing training programs.
Maintain patient confidentiality, support departmental safety initiatives, respond appropriately during emergencies, and perform other duties as assigned.
Work independently during evening hours while maintaining communication with departmental leadership as needed.