Associate Operating Room Assistant

Providence; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Portland Medical Center is seeking a Perioperative Aide to support the surgical team under the supervision of the perioperative nurse. The role involves cleaning and preparing operating rooms, transporting patients, and handling equipment while maintaining sterile conditions.

Responsibilities may include stocking supplies and providing limited patient care by aiding with opening supplies before surgery. A collaborative, patient-focused environment is offered at Providence.

Qualifications

• Recent healthcare and/or operating room experience preferred.
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cleaning and preparing operating rooms for procedures.
• Safely transporting patients and retrieving/ decontaminating equipment.
• Stock general supplies in the operating rooms and support limited patient care as needed.

Skills

Operating room experience

Education

BLS - American Heart Association

Job description

Functions as a member of the surgical team under the direct supervision and direction of the registered perioperative nurse. The Perioperative Aide assists in the OR function by cleaning and preparing operating rooms, safely transporting patients, retrieving and decontaminating equipment, stocking general supplies in the operating rooms. May provide limited patient care by assisting with opening supplies before surgery.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at Providence Portland Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required qualifications:

• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire.

Preferred qualifications:

• Recent healthcare and/or operating room experience.

Why Join Providence?

Ourbest-in-class benefitsare uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering ourMissionof caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.