Part-Time Surgical OR Assistant - Room Prep & Safety

Mercyhealth; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital in Freeport, IL is seeking a dedicated Operating Room Assistant to support surgical teams by preparing patients and rooms, maintaining sterile technique, and ensuring efficient OR workflow.

You will assist with patient transport, skin preparation, room turnover, and equipment maintenance, working within AORN standards and infection control protocols. A strong team player with perioperative support skills is essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completion of Mercyhealth patient assistant orientation and competency required.
• Approved CPR or BLS certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and procedure rooms per standards.
• Maintain sterile technique and aseptic practices.
• Assist with patient transport and room turnover.
• Manage supplies and equipment, stocking and ordering as needed.
• Support quality improvement activities and infection control.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Inventory management

Team player

Perioperative support

Patient transport

Education

High School diploma

CPR/BLS certification within 90 days

Job description

Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital in Freeport, IL is seeking a dedicated Operating Room Assistant to support surgical teams by preparing patients and rooms, maintaining sterile technique, and ensuring efficient OR workflow.

You will assist with patient transport, skin preparation, room turnover, and equipment maintenance, working within AORN standards and infection control protocols. A strong team player with perioperative support skills is essential.