Surgical OR Assistant & Preop Care Leader

jacksonhospital; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Hospital in Montgomery, AL seeks an experienced First Assistant to support surgical teams under a physician's supervision. The role includes case setup, equipment management and direct preoperative/postoperative patient care within institutional policies.

Applicants should have an Associate or Bachelor’s in Nursing or completion of an OR technical program, with RN license in Alabama preferred. Strong communication and dexterity are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Associates or B.S. in nursing or OR tech program completion.
• Prior OR and RN experience preferred.
• Current Alabama RN licensure or OR tech program completion.
• Ability to read, write and follow instructions and policies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and set up for surgical cases.
• Manage supplies and equipment for procedures.
• Direct preoperative and postoperative patient care under physician supervision.
• Anticipate patient and physician needs and make appropriate decisions.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Sterile technique

Nursing tasks proficiency

Instruction reading & following

Manual dexterity

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s in nursing

OR Tech program completion

Hospital program completion if trained through experience

Job description

Jackson Hospital in Montgomery, AL seeks an experienced First Assistant to support surgical teams under a physician's supervision. The role includes case setup, equipment management and direct preoperative/postoperative patient care within institutional policies.

Applicants should have an Associate or Bachelor’s in Nursing or completion of an OR technical program, with RN license in Alabama preferred. Strong communication and dexterity are essential for success.