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Employee must possess good interpersonal skills in order to participate as a member of the Perioperative Support staff. PHYSICAL DEMAND The working environment is a high stress area. The ability to ...

Employee must possess good interpersonal skills in order to participate as a member of the Perioperative Support staff. PHYSICAL DEMAND The working environment is a high stress area. The ability to ...

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How much do perioperative support tech jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for perioperative support tech in the United States is $25.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a perioperative support tech?

A Perioperative Support Tech is a healthcare professional who assists surgical teams by preparing operating rooms, transporting patients, and maintaining sterile environments before, during, and after surgical procedures. Their responsibilities often include setting up surgical instruments, ensuring proper equipment functioning, and handling specimens. They play a crucial role in supporting nurses and surgeons to ensure that surgeries run smoothly and safely. This position requires attention to detail, effective communication, and adherence to strict safety protocols.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a perioperative support tech?

To thrive as a Perioperative Support Tech, you need knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile technique, and basic patient care, often supported by a high school diploma and on-the-job training or relevant certification. Familiarity with surgical instruments, sterilization equipment, and hospital information systems is typically required. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication help you excel in fast-paced surgical environments. These skills are crucial for maintaining patient safety, supporting surgical teams, and ensuring efficient operating room operations.

What are the most common challenges perioperative support techs face during surgical procedures, and how are they addressed?

Perioperative Support Techs often encounter challenges such as managing tight surgical schedules, quickly turning over operating rooms, and maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols. These challenges are typically addressed through thorough training, clear communication with the surgical team, and following established checklists and procedures. Techs work closely with nurses and surgeons to anticipate needs and ensure all equipment and supplies are ready, which helps minimize delays and maintain patient safety. Adaptability and teamwork are key to overcoming these fast-paced, high-stress situations.

What is the difference between Perioperative Support Tech vs Surgical Technologist?

AspectPerioperative Support TechSurgical Technologist
CertificationsCPR, Basic Life Support (BLS)Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech (CST)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, outpatient surgical centersOperating rooms, surgical centers
Job RoleAssist with patient prep, equipment, and suppliesPrepare operating rooms, assist during surgeries

Perioperative Support Techs and Surgical Technologists both work in surgical settings, but Surgical Technologists typically have specialized certification and perform more technical tasks during surgeries. Perioperative Support Techs focus on patient prep and support roles, often with less formal certification.

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Perioperative Support Associate I Operating Room Full-Time Days

Baptist Health

Alabaster, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago


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Job description

Facility: Baptist Health Shelby Hospital

Location: Alabaster, AL

Shift: 6:30am-2:30pm

Being an Perioperative Support Associate is more than just a job — it's a calling. It’s about making a real difference in people’s lives, providing comfort and compassionate care to those who need it most, and being part of a dedicated team that saves lives every day.

Baptist Health Hospitals offer great NEW Competitive Pay and great fulltime & part-time benefits package that includes:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan 
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Paid Time Off (Up to 5 weeks to start)
  • Life Insurance 
  • Extended Leave Plan (ELP) 
  • Family Care (child care, elder care, pet care)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Pet Insurance 
  • Car Insurance 
  • Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt

 ALL benefits start day one

Join our Growing Team at Baptist Health Shelby Hospital in Alabaster, AL!

 At Baptist Health Shelby Hospital, we’re proud to be a leading 252 bed acute care facility dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare with a community-focused touch. Located in the heart of Alabaster- one of Alabama’s fastest growing and most desirable places to live- we serve over 30,000 emergency visitors annually and offer a wide range of advanced clinical services, including cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, urology, robotics surgery, and more. 

Our State-of-the-art facilities feature cutting-edge technology such as 3 Tesla MRI, robotic surgical systems, and 256-slice CT scanner- empowering top tier care. Recognized for excellence with accolades like ACC Cath Lab Accreditation, Trans catheter Valve certification, and Primary Stoke Center Designation, we’re committed to growth, innovation, and community well-being. 

Whether you’re an experienced specialist or just beginning your healthcare journey, Baptist Health Shelby offers a dynamic environment where your skills make a real difference. Join us in a welcoming, fast-paced setting with easy commutes, ample free parking, and a team that feels like family. Be part of a hospital that’s shaping the future of healthcare in Alabama- Where your career can thrive and your community can flourish! 

A Brief Overview

Participates as a member of the perioperative nursing team. The primary focus of this position is patient, specimen, and equipment transport, OR. sanitation and assistance with maintenance of unit supply levels.


What you will do

  • Specific duties include cleaning stretchers, OR. tables, equipment, and rooms
  • May assist the registered nurse and anesthetist in transporting postoperative patients to the recovery unit. Conveys and receives information in a timely manner
  • Performs operating room sanitation tasks
  • Stocks operating room with supplies
  • Checks, counts, and stocks supplies (warmers, cabinets, bodies, sub sterile/supply rooms, linen, and bags)
  • Transports patient specimens, cultures, blood and body fluids to pathology, radiology, and the laboratory
  • Provides assistance with moving and lifting patients, supplies and equipment
  • Reports defective material or equipment to supervisor
  • Under the direct supervision of the Registered nurse and/or anesthesia provider, may assist with positioning of patients for procedures and performs sterile gloving without contamination and holds extremities during patient preparation
  • Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility
  • May have limited access to areas storing medications
  • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
  • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures
  • Meets annual educational requirements
  • Demonstrates self-direction and personal accountability for their work practice and shows responsiveness to departmental and facility needs
  • Performs duties in a cost-efficient manner
  • Contributes to organizational effectiveness by reporting for duty on time, adhering to policies concerning rest and lunch breaks, and completes assigned duties in an effective, efficient manner
  • Performs duties while presenting a consistent professional image in appearance, work performance and communication practices
  • Demonstrates a positive attitude when interacting with patients, their families, visitors, other employees, physicians and other associates
  • Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary surgical healthcare team in all work settings
  • Participates in Environments of Care activities as assigned
  • Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies
  • The PSA I must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in the perioperative setting

Qualifications

  • High School or equivalent
  • Maintains current BLS/HealthCare certification

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Baptist Health South Florida is the largest healthcare organization in the region, with 12 hospitals, more than 27,000 employees, 4,000 physicians and 100 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities and physician practices spanning across Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Baptist Health has internationally renowned centers of excellence in cancer, cardiovascular care, orthopedics and sports medicine, and neurosciences. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to its faith-based charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies.

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