Surgical OR Assistant: Instrumentation & Patient Prep

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Surgical Assistant to support the operating room team by preparing the room, assisting with patient prep, and providing technical support during procedures under supervision.

The role includes handling instruments, maintaining sterile technique, positioning patients, and assisting with room turnover. Key duties involve collaborating with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia staff to maintain a safe and efficient surgical environment and to ensure readiness

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of surgical procedures and aseptic technique.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within a collaborative surgical team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operating room setup and ensure sterile instruments and supplies are ready.
• Prepare and position patients for surgery and assist with draping.
• Pass instruments and supplies during procedures while maintaining aseptic technique.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Patient care support

Tools

Surgical instrument knowledge

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Surgical Assistant to support the operating room team by preparing the room, assisting with patient prep, and providing technical support during procedures under supervision.

The role includes handling instruments, maintaining sterile technique, positioning patients, and assisting with room turnover. Key duties involve collaborating with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia staff to maintain a safe and efficient surgical environment and to ensure readiness