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Magnet Medical

Registered Nurse (RN) - OR

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$2.1K/wk

... (RN) - OR Weekly Pay $2148.29 Shift Details Shift Days - 3 x 12 Scheduled Hours 36 Job Order ... TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and fully complies with all ...

Talented Medical Solutions

RN First Assist

Oro Valley, AZ · On-site

$2.0K - $2.3K/wk

Operating room assistants usually complete accredited training through a certificate, diploma or associate's degree program and obtain voluntary certification in order to gain employment. Position ...

Bestica

Travel OR RN - $2,560 per week

Tuba City, AZ · On-site

$2.5K/wk

... RN - Operating Room (OR) Tuba City, Arizona Contract: 13 Weeks Start Date: August 24, 2026 Shift: 10-hour shifts, 6:30 AM-5:00 PM (4x10s) EMR: Allscripts Education & Experience * Associate or ...

Bestica

Travel OR RN

Tuba City, AZ · On-site

... RN - Operating Room (OR) Tuba City, Arizona Contract: 13 Weeks Start Date: August 24, 2026 Shift: 10-hour shifts, 6:30 AM-5:00 PM (4x10s) EMR: Allscripts Education & Experience * Associate or ...

Trioptus

AZ - OR RN Days

Tuba City, AZ · On-site

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing * Minimum 2 years of clinical and/or operating room experience * Current certifications: * BLS (AHA) * ACLS (AHA) * PALS (within 6 months of hire) * NIH ...

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What is an operating room associate?

Operating Room Associates are healthcare professionals who assist in the preparation, maintenance, and organization of the operating room before, during, and after surgical procedures. Their responsibilities often include ensuring that surgical instruments and supplies are properly sterilized, setting up equipment, and helping the surgical team maintain a safe and sterile environment. They may also be responsible for transporting patients and handling surgical specimens. Operating Room Associates play a crucial role in supporting surgeons, nurses, and other medical staff to ensure surgeries run smoothly and efficiently.

What does an operating room associate do?

Operating Room Associates play a vital role in ensuring surgeries run smoothly by preparing and maintaining sterile environments, assembling surgical instruments, and assisting with patient positioning. They frequently collaborate with nurses, surgeons, and anesthesiologists to anticipate needs and facilitate efficient procedures. Their attention to detail and ability to adapt quickly help prevent delays and support patient safety throughout each operation. This position offers hands-on experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, making it ideal for those seeking a career in healthcare support.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an operating room associate?

To thrive as an Operating Room Associate, you need a solid understanding of surgical procedures, aseptic techniques, and medical terminology, often supported by a relevant certification such as Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or similar training. Familiarity with surgical instruments, sterilization equipment, and hospital information systems is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills ensure smooth surgical operations, patient safety, and effective collaboration with surgical teams in high-stress environments.

What is the difference between Operating Room Associate vs Surgical Technologist?

AspectOperating Room AssociateSurgical Technologist
CertificationsCPR, hospital-specific trainingCertified Surgical Technologist (CST) often preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, clinicsHospitals, outpatient surgical facilities
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist with patient prep, sterilize equipment, support surgical teamSet up operating rooms, pass instruments, maintain sterile field

Both Operating Room Associates and Surgical Technologists work in surgical settings, assisting teams during procedures. While their roles overlap in supporting surgical operations, Surgical Technologists typically have more specialized training and certification, focusing on instrument handling and sterile techniques. Operating Room Associates often perform supportive tasks and may have less formal certification. Understanding these differences can help in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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

The most popular types of Operating Room jobs in Arizona are:

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Registered Nurse (RN) Operating Room

Lifepoint Health

Fort Mohave, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

LifePoint Health rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 272 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

762nd of 891 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Operating Room

Job Type: Full-Time 

Schedule: 40 hours per week | Varied shifts

Commitment Retention bonus available to well qualified applicants

Your experience matters 

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Operating Room Nurse (RN), joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team 

You'll join our team in a smaller hospital setting where collaboration, respect, and a true family feel are part of everyday work. With self-scheduling, you'll have added flexibility while partnering with a department that values ideas, development, and shared ownership of outcomes. We're united by a commitment to excellence and a drive to be the best in the region.

How you'll contribute 

An Operating Room Nurse (RN) who excels in this role:

  • Performs plan of care interventions, including medication administration, specimen collection, and clinical treatments.
  • Documents patient care and monitors patient condition, communicating with care team, physician, patient, and family.
  • Assists patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
  • Coordinates patient care across disciplines, including transfers, discharges, referrals, and support needs.
  • Provides patient and family education appropriate to age, culture, and circumstances.
  • Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of patients.
  • Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Why join us 

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

  • Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

  • Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

  • Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

  • Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for 

Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess an Associate's Degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

  • BCLS required

  • ACLS, PALS preferred

  • Associate's Degree required; BSN preferred


More about Valley View Medical Center

Valley View Medical Center 102,000-square-foot acute-care facility with two adjacent medical office buildings offering exceptional care to community. We have 52 medical/surgical beds, 12 acute rehabilitation beds, 12 intensive care beds, and an 8 bed labor, delivery and post-partum unit, 16 Bed Emergency Department and Valley View Medical Center is the only all private bed hospital serving the Bullhead City/Laughlin/Needles area.

EEOC Statement

"Valley View Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley View Medical Center  is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

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About LifePoint Health

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Lifepoint Health serves patients, clinicians, communities and partners across the healthcare continuum. Our diversified healthcare delivery network extends from coast to coast, consisting of community hospitals, rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and additional sites of care.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Brentwood, TN, US

Year founded

1999

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