Operating Room Assistant - FT Days

Rochester Regional Health; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking an OR Assistant at Clifton Springs Hospital in the Surgical Services department. The role emphasizes organization, teamwork, and supporting the perioperative team to promote patient outcomes.

Work days, 40 hours per week. Responsibilities include obtaining supplies for case carts and sub-sterile areas, maintaining a safe environment, assisting with patient transport and positioning, and collaborating with the team to ensure smooth room turnover.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of patient care and/or operating room experience in an accredited hospital preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrated understanding of aseptic technique
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• General maintenance: obtain supplies required for case carts and sub-sterile areas; responsible for cleanliness and safety of environment for all those within it; transport specimens, cultures and medications within the hospital
• Collaboration: Work with team to provide smooth workflow in peri-operative setting; work as a team to accomplish room turnover
• Patient care: Assist in the transporting and positioning of patients as directed

Skills

Patient care

Basic computer skills

Aseptic technique

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

SUMMARY

As an OR Assistant, your exceptional organization and collaboration abilities assist in the operational success of the unit and patient outcomes.

LOCATION

Clifton Springs Hospital

DEPARTMENT

Surgical Services

SCHEDULE

Days

HOURS

40 Hours per week

ATTRIBUTES

• One (1) year of patient care and/or operating room experience in an accredited hospital preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrated understanding of aseptic technique
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

RESPONSIBILITIES

• General Maintenance. Obtain supplies required for case carts and sub-sterile areas; responsible for cleanliness and safety of environment for all those within it; transport specimens, cultures and medications within the hospital
• Collaboration. Work with team to provide smooth workflow in peri-operative setting; work as a team to accomplish room turnover
• Patient Care. Assist in the transporting and positioning of patients as directed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Heavy - Clinical - Heavy clinical roles require continual lifting of more than 50 lbs., pushing and pulling patients or equipment, and working in physically awkward or restrictive positions. Staff must maintain balance and coordination in confined, uneven, or emergent care settings while performing both fine and gross motor tasks. High sensory acuity is needed to recognize patient cues and environmental alerts. Emotional and cognitive demands are significant due to urgent decision-making, managing distressed patients, and functioning effectively in high-pressure clinical situations. Environmental exposures commonly include infectious agents, biohazards, noise, and chemicals. Employees may be required to complete mask-fit testing, TB screening, and participate in extended or on-call shifts.

PAY RANGE

$17.85 - $20.00