Operating Room Assistant - Evening Shift, Surgical Support

Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital is seeking an OR Assistant to support the surgical team in a fast-paced environment. This role includes pre-, intra-, and post-operative tasks, patient handling, and ensuring efficient room turnover.

The position emphasizes strict adherence to safety standards and a patient-family centered care model. Evening hours on a Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday schedule are required, with on-site duties in the Massachusetts facility.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, and understand English for communication and written assignments.
• Experience in hospital settings preferred.
• Knowledge of safety standards and patient handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team pre-, intra-, and post-operatively to promote efficient care delivery.
• Prepare OR suites and equipment for daily schedules, communicate needs to morning team.
• Ensure safe patient transportation, proper handling of specimens, and adherence to cleaning protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of scrub sinks, carts, and storage areas.
• Support in- OR room turnover and compliance with safety policies.

Skills

English literacy

Team collaboration

Patient safety awareness

Care coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital is seeking an OR Assistant to support the surgical team in a fast-paced environment. This role includes pre-, intra-, and post-operative tasks, patient handling, and ensuring efficient room turnover.

The position emphasizes strict adherence to safety standards and a patient-family centered care model. Evening hours on a Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday schedule are required, with on-site duties in the Massachusetts facility.