Operating Room Assistant & Patient Support

Northwell Health; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwalk Hospital Association is seeking an Operating Room Assistant to support patient care in the OR. Responsibilities include transporting patients, assisting with positioning, and supporting sterile prep and equipment setup.

Education requires a High School Diploma or equivalent with at least six months of related experience. The role includes performing cleaning, restocking, and basic maintenance tasks to ensure smooth OR operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum HS diploma and six months of relevant experience.
• Desirable: read and speak conversational English.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients to and from the operating room and assists with patient safety and positioning.
• Operates and maintains OR equipment, restocks supplies, and cleans work areas following procedures.
• Performs cleaning and sterilization tasks, including sterilization equipment and room preparation for procedures.
• Supports nursing and surgical team, communicates clearly with team members and patients.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Norwalk Hospital Association is seeking an Operating Room Assistant to support patient care in the OR. Responsibilities include transporting patients, assisting with positioning, and supporting sterile prep and equipment setup.

Education requires a High School Diploma or equivalent with at least six months of related experience. The role includes performing cleaning, restocking, and basic maintenance tasks to ensure smooth OR operations.