Perioperative Surgery Assistant

Lakeview Hospital; Stillwater (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement

Educational assistance

Onsite fitness center

Free parking

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

Lakeview Hospital in Stillwater, MN seeks a Perioperative Surgery Assistant to support surgical teams and maintain a safe operating room environment.

You will assist in patient care, uphold sterile technique, and help with turnovers while collaborating with the Sterile Supply Coordinator. The role requires good communication and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow sterile technique and OR procedures.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Independent work with direction as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical personnel in patient care per department standards.
• Support the Sterile Supply Coordinator and cross-train to this role.
• Understand sterile field, OR processes, and turnovers.
• Maintain clean, safe, and efficient operating room environment.

Skills

Sterile technique

OR turnover

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lakeview Hospital is looking for a Perioperative Surgery Assistant to join our team!

The Perioperative Surgery Assistant will assist surgical personnel in the provision of patient care according to department and hospital standards. They complete other supportive tasks as necessary to ensure the safe and efficient functioning of the surgery environment. This role supports the Sterile Supply Coordinator and is cross-trained to this position.

The Perioperative Surgery Assistant will understand sterile technique (can recognize sterile field), OR processes/procedures, and be able to facilitate turnovers (cleaning of the OR, proper disposal of hazardous waste, regular waste, linens). This role requires excellent communication, organization, and critical thinking skills, and the ability to take direction and work independently.

Work Schedule:

• Day/Evening shift, Monday-Friday.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Current AHA BLS or ARC CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer & Healthcare Provider BLS.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous surgical environment experience.

• Knowledge of medical terminology.

• Experience working in a hospital setting.

Additional Information:

This is a non-union 1.0 FTE (80 hours per pay period) day/evening shift position, working in Stillwater, MN. The full salary range for this position is $20.13-$30.19 per hour, based on experience and internal equity, plus shift differentials. This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act, and is eligible for benefits. Our benefits include medical and dental insurance (which begin on the first day of the month following start), 401k with match, disability insurance, fertility benefits, tuition reimbursement, and educational reimbursement toward continuing education. We offer an onsite employee fitness center, free parking, and employee discounts, and Lakeview is a qualified nonprofit employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.