Hospital - Operating Room Turnover Tech (06:30am-3:00pm, 32 hours per week)

Hospital - Operating Room Turnover Tech (06:30am-3:00pm, 32 hours per week)

Job Description

Under general supervision, the OR Turnover tech supports and assists with the daily flow of OR activities and patient care by cleaning/disinfecting the operating room suites and related areas, transporting patients and equipment, stocking supplies, and performing other duties as assigned. Initiates and performs tasks according to established guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the efficient turnover of operating rooms between cases and preparation for the following case.
• Support operative team with various requests while cases are in progress.
• Participate as a productive member of the OR Assistant team.
• Transport patients, trays, blood gases, specimens and equipment.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.
• Cleans and services areas in the department of surgical services and performs a variety of duties to maintain the Operating Room
• Responsible for cleaning designated equipment in a neat, orderly and sanitary condition according to established procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and push heavy objects such as patients, supply and patient carts, beds, and equipment.
• Must have knowledge of safe and proper handling of hazardous waste and other substances.
• Must have knowledge regarding various positioning equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate effectively to enhance patient care and facilitate daily operations.
• Must be able to stand and walk for long hours and have the mobility and strength to move quickly, stoop, and/or bend repeatedly
• Must have the ability to remain calm under stress
• Ability to serve as a preceptor and a mentor by fostering teaching environment. Position eligible for preceptor premium pay with completion of preceptor education and leader approval.

Required Skills

• OR cleaning/disinfecting experience (Preferred)

This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

About Us

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Company Culture .

Benefits Overview

• Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.
• Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
• Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.
• Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.
• FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.
• Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
• Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:
  • Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
  • Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
  • Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
  • Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.
• Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

EEO Statement

UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

Job Info

• Job Identification 8171
• Job Category Clinical Programs & Services
• Posting Date 10/07/2026, 05:25 PM
• Locations 0001 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78229, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Organization O3011 - MSRH Operating Room, O3010 - MSRH Periop Services, O3000 - MSRH - Operations, O1000 - MSRH - Administration, UT Health Science Center, UT Health Science Center