Evening Shift Patient Care Assistant — OR Support

University of Maryland Medical System; Largo (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Differentials (Shift/Weekend/Holiday)

Benefits package

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Join the University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center and become part of a high-performing Operating Room team where every role makes a meaningful impact. This Full-Time Night Shift Patient Care Assistant position supports surgeons, nurses, anesthesia professionals, and the perioperative team in a fast-paced surgical environment.

You will transport patients, prepare operating rooms, maintain supplies and equipment, support sterile workflows, and provide patient care and clerical support

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 months of direct patient care experience, required.
• One year of patient care experience, preferred.
• Previous experience in a hospital or acute care setting, preferred.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology, required.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from the Operating Room while ensuring patient identification and comfort.
• Prepare operating rooms by stocking supplies, cleaning and disinfecting surgical suites, and maintaining equipment readiness.
• Assist with patient positioning, pre-operative care, and other nursing support duties.
• Transport specimens, blood products, instruments, and other materials throughout the surgical department.
• Assist with case cart preparation, sterile supply inspection, and operating room setup.
• Operate and maintain Steris equipment and support equipment room organization.
• Perform clerical duties including answering phones, updating schedules, maintaining surgical documentation, and processing department records.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized surgical environment while supporting the perioperative team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Minimum of 3 months of direct patient care experience, required.

Job description

Join the University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center and become part of a high-performing Operating Room team where every role makes a meaningful impact. This Full-Time Night Shift Patient Care Assistant position supports surgeons, nurses, anesthesia professionals, and the perioperative team in a fast-paced surgical environment.

You will transport patients, prepare operating rooms, maintain supplies and equipment, support sterile workflows, and provide patient care and clerical support