Operating Room Assistant

Sturdy Memorial Hospital; Attleboro (MA); On-site; USD 21,586 - 32,373; Full time

Job summary

Sturdy Memorial Hospital is seeking an OR Assistant to join the unit-based patient care team in Attleboro, MA. You will perform direct and indirect patient care under RN/LPN supervision, helping position patients for surgery, assist with prep, and transport specimens.

The role also covers restocking, transporting supplies, and keeping OR rooms clean. Strong English skills and good interpersonal abilities are required to support patient care and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service abilities.
• Ability to work well with a diverse team and departments.
• Basic math calculations and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct patient care under RN/LPN guidance.
• Position patients for surgery and assist with prep per surgeon guidance.
• Transport specimens and move supplies; clean operating rooms and equipment.
• Respond promptly to patient and family needs to support efficient unit operation.

Skills

English Proficiency

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Relations

Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

Performing under the direction of the RN/LPN and as a member of the unit-based patient care team, the OR Assistant (ORA) performs duties of direct and indirect patient care. As delegated, the direct patient care tasks includes but are not limited to positioning patient for surgery with guidance from circulating RN or surgeon, holding patient for surgical prep, transporting specimens, cleaning OR procedure rooms and equipment. Indirect patient care activities include, but are not limited to, transport, restocking and/or obtaining patient care supplies. In addition, the ORA is responsible for responding in a timely manner to the needs of patients and family members and taking a proactive role in the efficient operation of the unit. They function within policies, procedures and guidelines of SMH in accordance with the CDC and OSHA standards, and any other applicable regulatory or accreditation agency.

Required Skills / Qualifications / Training / Experience

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills needed to assist in providing patient care
• Good organizational skills, personal maturity, accuracy and flexibility
• Command of verbal and written English
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and adaptability, creating a favorable image in relationship to the Nursing Department and the hospital as a whole
• Ability to perform simple math calculations
• Must develop and maintain positive relationships across all areas of responsibility
• Must visibly demonstrate commitment to customer relations and all basic concepts of continuous quality improvement and preventing error from reaching the patient

Educational Requirements

High School Graduate or equivalent preferred

Age Specific Criteria

Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas.

Ability to Meet Job Performance Expectations

Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Salary Range

$15.67 - $23.50 per hour. The pay range displayed reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value Sturdy Health’s benefits package, which includes healthcare/dental/vision and retirement.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. There is no discrimination because of race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.