Surgical Perioperative Assistant — Day Shifts, On-Call

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Perioperative Nursing Assistant to support prepared environments and patient care under licensed supervision. The role includes assisting with room setup, patient transport, and ensuring a safe, clean surgical area.

The position is full-time, days, with five 8-hour shifts per week (Mon-Fri, 9:30am-6pm) plus call, and requires BLS certification along with strong communication skills in English.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in healthcare roles preferred (e.g., Patient Care Assistant, Transporter, EVS Tech).
• BLS certification required (American Heart Association).

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of the physical environment before surgical procedures.
• Transport patients to and from rooms and assist with patient positioning.
• Maintain supplies and sterile technique within department.
• Support communication and teamwork to ensure patient safety and satisfaction.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Team player

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Perioperative Nursing Assistant to support prepared environments and patient care under licensed supervision. The role includes assisting with room setup, patient transport, and ensuring a safe, clean surgical area.

The position is full-time, days, with five 8-hour shifts per week (Mon-Fri, 9:30am-6pm) plus call, and requires BLS certification along with strong communication skills in English.