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Operating Aide Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Operating Room Aide Robbinsdale, MN Posting Date: Sep 10 2026 Requisition Number: 514479 Why North Memorial Health? At North Memorial Health, you're part of an inclusive health team that is rooted in ...

About this position The Operating Room Aide (ORA) assists with turnovers, stocking, delivery of supplies and equipment, cleaning and maintaining reusable items. The ORA role contributes to the ...

Dietary Aide

Wadena, MN · On-site

$16/hr

... and operating Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation and Assisted Living communities in Minnesota ... Dietary Aide (Part-time) Schedule: Part-time either day or evening shift (6am-10am or 4pm-7pm) We ...

MN · On-site

$21.08 - $27.95/hr

Methodist Hospital is looking to hire a Surgery Aide to join our surgical materials team! Come join ... Assists operating room personnel to provide an environment that is clean and safe for patient care.

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What is the difference between Operating Aide vs Surgical Technician?

AspectOperating AideSurgical Technician
CertificationsNone required, but some may have basic healthcare trainingCertified Surgical Technologist (CST) often preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, outpatient surgical centersOperating rooms in hospitals, surgical centers
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist surgical staff, prepare operating rooms, sterilize equipmentSet up surgical instruments, assist during procedures, maintain sterile field

While both roles support surgical teams, Operating Aides primarily prepare and sterilize equipment, whereas Surgical Technicians actively assist during surgeries. Both roles are essential in surgical settings, but Surgical Technicians typically require certification and have more direct involvement in procedures.

How to become an operating room aide?

To become an operating room aide, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and may pursue relevant certifications such as CPR. Prior experience in healthcare or patient care is beneficial, and strong organizational and communication skills are important for assisting surgical teams and maintaining sterile environments.

What are the most commonly searched types of Operating jobs in Minnesota?

The most popular types of Operating jobs in Minnesota are:

What cities in Minnesota are hiring for Operating Aide jobs?

Cities in Minnesota with the most Operating Aide job openings:

Infographic showing various Operating Aide job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Anesthesia Aide-Operating Room

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

Fairview Health Services
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Fairview Health Services rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description

Anesthesia Aide

We are looking for a hardworking and motivated Anesthesia Aide to join our Operating Room team!

This position will work on the East Bank campus in Minneapolis which serves an all adult patient population.

Areas Of Specialization Include:
  • Solid organ transplant
  • Blood and marrow transplantation
  • Heart disease
  • Cancer

This position is a 1.0FTE (80 hours biweekly), Monday-Friday, day shifts 6:15am-2:45pm, plus occasional off shift and weekend shifts.

  • Facilitates OR room turnover for anesthesia and operating rooms
  • Performs cleanup of ORs
  • Readies OR for next patient
  • Properly cares for equipment and takes action for preventative maintenance
  • Procures equipment
  • Transports specimens and blood products
  • Maintains inventory control
  • Orders and tracks supplies
  • Monitors arrivals of back orders
  • Returns incorrect or damaged orders
  • Restocks department with supplies
  • Makes rounds to keep inventory in stock

Required Qualifications:

  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prefer one year experience working in the health or patient care related field including six month experience working in an operating room

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, PTO/vacation and Safe and Sick Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/benefits/afscme

Compensation Disclaimer

The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract.

EEO Statement

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status


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About Fairview Health Services

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Fairview Health Services is an industry-leading, award-winning nonprofit that offers an entire network of healthcare services. Fairview is one part of M Health Fairview, a partnership between the University of Minnesota, M Physicians and Fairview Health Services. Together, we combine the University's deep history of clinical innovation and training with Fairview's extensive roots in community medicine. Our care portfolio includes community hospitals, academic hospitals, primary and specialty care clinics, senior facilities, facilitated living centers, rehabilitation centers, home health care services, counseling, pharmacies and benefit management services.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US