Surgical OR Assistant: Fast-Paced Aseptic Support

Freeport Memorial Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

FSA/HSA options

Generous paid time off

Tuition and certification reimburse...

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a dedicated Operating Room Assistant to support surgical teams by preparing patients and procedure rooms, maintaining sterile technique, and ensuring efficient operating room workflow.

You will assist with patient transport, skin preparation, room turnover, equipment maintenance, and inventory management while adhering to AORN standards, infection control protocols, and patient safety requirements. A strong team player is essential in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Completion of Mercyhealth patient assistant orientation and competency.
• CPR or BLS certification within 90 days.
• Must adhere to aseptic techniques and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care activities as assigned per routine and standards.
• Performs sterile technique under supervision for correct sterility.
• Assists with patient transport, room turnover, and skin preparation.
• Maintains supplies and equipment, stocks new items, disposes of damaged materials.
• Floats to units as needed and participates in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Inventory management

Perioperative support

Patient transport

Surgical skin preparation

Room turnover

Equipment maintenance

Quality improvement

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Autoclave operation

Job description

Mercyhealth is seeking a dedicated Operating Room Assistant to support surgical teams by preparing patients and procedure rooms, maintaining sterile technique, and ensuring efficient operating room workflow.

You will assist with patient transport, skin preparation, room turnover, equipment maintenance, and inventory management while adhering to AORN standards, infection control protocols, and patient safety requirements. A strong team player is essential in this fast-paced environment.