Operating Room Assistant

Riverview Health; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverview Health is seeking an Operating Room Assistant to support the surgical team during procedures. You will help prepare the operating room, ensure instruments are sterile, assist with patient positioning and transport, and maintain a safe, infection-free environment.

Responsibilities include restocking supplies, communicating with surgeons and nurses, and performing tasks as assigned to keep the OR running smoothly and efficiently.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent is required.
• Experience in a hospital environment is preferred but not required.
• No license or certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures
• Ensure all surgical instruments and equipment are sterile and ready
• Assist with patient positioning and transport
• Assist with retracting during procedures
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by following infection control protocols
• Dispose of waste materials according to hospital policies
• Assist surgical team as needed during procedures
• Restock supplies and equipment in operating rooms
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, nurses, and other staff
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sterile technique

Infection control

Team communication

Patient positioning

Education

High School diploma

GED

Job description

The Operating Room Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals during surgical procedures. This position is responsible for preparing the operating room, ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies are available and sterile, holding retractors and assisting with patient positioning and transport. The Operating Room Assistant helps maintain a safe and clean environment, anticipate the needs of the surgical team, respond quickly to requests, and communicate effectively with all members of the healthcare staff. May assist with patient preparation, including shaving, cleaning, and draping, as well as transporting patients to and from the operating room.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures
• Ensure all surgical instruments and equipment are sterile and ready
• Assist with patient positioning and transport
• Assist with retracting during procedures
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by following infection control protocols
• Dispose of waste materials according to hospital policies
• Assist surgical team as needed during procedures
• Restock supplies and equipment in operating rooms
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, nurses, and other staff
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

• Minimum: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum: None
• Preferred: Previous experience in a hospital environment

License/Certification Requirements

• Minimum: None

Education

Required

• High School or better in Other

Preferred

• GED or better in Other

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