Surgery - Operating Room Assistant

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

403B with Employer Match

Life Insurance

Flex Spending – Health Care & Dep.Care

Employee Assistance Program

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Sick and Vacation Time

RRH Earn-To-Learn Program

Job summary

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital in Ridgecrest, CA is seeking an Operating Room Assistant to support perioperative teams and maintain efficient surgical services. Under supervision, you’ll transport patients, clean rooms, and restock supplies, ensuring readiness for procedures.

The role emphasizes independence, clear communication, and strong customer service to support patients and care teams in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One year of clinical experience in an accredited hospital preferred or related experience desired.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within three months of hire.
• Ability to adhere to RRH's Standby and Emergency Callback (Surgery) on-call policy.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to take direction well and interact professionally with coworkers.
• Flexible and able to adapt to ever-changing environments.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to read, write, understand and communicate effectively in the English language.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients as assigned within the perioperative department.
• Clean operating rooms, treatment rooms, and other assigned areas of the department.
• Assist with room turnover between surgical procedures.
• Restock supplies as instructed.
• Work independently while taking direction from the OR Director, Manager, Charge Nurse, and other appropriate team members.
• Interact professionally with coworkers.
• Remain flexible and adapt to changing needs within the perioperative environment.
• Participate in standby and emergency callback responsibilities in accordance with RRH's Surgery on-call policy.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Independence

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Surgery - Operating Room Assistant

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Ridgecrest, California, United States

About this position

Surgery - Operating Room Assistant

Job Summary

• Occupation: Operating Room Assistant
• Specialty: Surgery / Perioperative Services
• Salary: $19.56–$29.34 per hour
• Working Hours: 40 hours/week
• Shifts: Day
• On-Call: Yes
• Degree Required: High school diploma or equivalent
• Position Type: Full Time
• Work Environment: Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
• Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States
• Visa Sponsorship: No

Job Description

We’re looking for an Operating Room Assistant who is ready to support our perioperative team and help keep surgical services running efficiently. Under the supervision of the OR Director, Manager, or Charge Nurse, you’ll transport patients, clean operating and treatment rooms, assist with room turnover between surgical procedures, and restock supplies as instructed.

We value flexibility, professionalism, independence, clear communication, and strong customer service skills. This role is an important part of maintaining a well-supported surgical environment for our patients and care teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Transport patients as assigned within the perioperative department.
• Clean operating rooms, treatment rooms, and other assigned areas of the department.
• Assist with room turnover between surgical procedures.
• Restock supplies as instructed.
• Work independently while taking direction from the OR Director, Manager, Charge Nurse, and other appropriate team members.
• Interact professionally with coworkers.
• Remain flexible and adapt to changing needs within the perioperative environment.
• Participate in standby and emergency callback responsibilities in accordance with RRH's Surgery on-call policy.

Collaborative Teamwork

This role involves working closely with our team to deliver effective, patient-focused services and contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One year of clinical experience in an accredited hospital preferred or related experience desired.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within three months of hire.
• Ability to adhere to RRH's Standby and Emergency Callback (Surgery) on-call policy.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to take direction well and interact professionally with coworkers.
• Flexible and able to adapt to ever-changing environments.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to read, write, understand and communicate effectively in the English language.
• Must be able to put into practice Service Excellence skills with our patients, families, and coworkers.

Benefits You'll Enjoy

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 403B with Employer Match
• Life Insurance
• Flex Spending – Health Care & Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Sick and Vacation Time
• RRH "Earn-To-Learn" Program

Welcome To RRH

Established for over 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, DNV-accredited, full-service hospital and integrated healthcare system serving our region across a 38-acre campus. RRH includes a 25-bed acute care hospital, a 125-bed skilled nursing facility, and a comprehensive network of services supported by more than 860 employees. Our organization operates five primary care clinics and other multi-specialty clinics, an ambulatory surgery center, ambulance services, and full-service imaging and laboratory capabilities—allowing RRH to deliver coordinated, high-quality care across the continuum. RRH received the American Medical Association's Joy in Medicine Award in both 2023 and 2025, recognizing its commitment to healthcare worker well-being. RRH also maintains an established physician well-being program.

Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community's health and the well-being of those who care for them.

About Ridgecrest

Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 38,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, it's been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest and Death Valley. Learn more About Ridgecrest and the Outdoor Activities around it.

Salary Information

$19.56 - $29.34Hourly Wage