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Verify patient identity and assist clinical staff with patient positioning as directed * Clean and ... Support surgeons, nurses, and surgical staff to ensure efficient operating room turnover * Maintain ...

Support adherence to best practices, established protocols, and the highest patient safety standards. Documentation & Compliance * Accurately document patient encounters and surgical procedures.

OR Support Services Assistant

Dothan, AL

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Job Summary The OR Support Assistant supports the surgical team by preparing operating rooms, maintaining equipment and supplies, and assisting with patient care activities before, during, and after ...

Surgical Assistant

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Support adherence to best practices, established protocols, and the highest patient safety standards. Documentation & Compliance * Accurately document patient encounters and surgical procedures.

Surgical Assistant

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Support adherence to best practices, established protocols, and the highest patient safety standards. Documentation & Compliance * Accurately document patient encounters and surgical procedures.

Support adherence to best practices, established protocols, and the highest patient safety standards. Documentation & Compliance * Accurately document patient encounters and surgical procedures.

Support adherence to best practices, established protocols, and the highest patient safety standards. Documentation & Compliance * Accurately document patient encounters and surgical procedures.

Support adherence to best practices, established protocols, and the highest patient safety standards. Documentation & Compliance * Accurately document patient encounters and surgical procedures.

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How much do surgical support assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for surgical support assistant in the United States is $27.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $30.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some of the typical challenges Surgical Support Assistants face during busy surgical schedules?

Surgical Support Assistants often encounter fast-paced and high-pressure environments, especially during periods with back-to-back surgeries. One of the main challenges is ensuring that surgical instruments and rooms are thoroughly cleaned, sterilized, and set up correctly within tight timeframes. Coordinating with surgical teams and adapting to sudden changes in the surgery schedule requires strong organizational and communication skills. Being detail-oriented and able to multitask effectively is crucial to maintaining patient safety and supporting efficient surgical operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Surgical Support Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Surgical Support Assistant, you need knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile techniques, and basic patient care, usually backed by a high school diploma or equivalent and on-the-job training. Familiarity with surgical instruments, sterilization equipment, and hospital inventory systems is essential. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication help you anticipate surgical team needs and maintain a safe environment. These skills ensure efficient surgical operations, reduce infection risk, and support positive patient outcomes.

What are Surgical Support Assistants?

Surgical Support Assistants are healthcare professionals who provide essential support before, during, and after surgical procedures. They help prepare operating rooms, sterilize equipment, transport patients, and assist surgical teams by ensuring that necessary instruments and materials are readily available. Their role is crucial in maintaining a safe and efficient surgical environment, allowing surgeons and nurses to focus on patient care. Surgical Support Assistants often work in hospitals, surgical centers, and clinics, collaborating closely with other medical staff.
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OR Support Services Assistant

OR Support Services Assistant

Community Health Systems

Dothan, AL • On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

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Job Summary

The OR Support Assistant supports the surgical team by preparing operating rooms, maintaining equipment and supplies, and assisting with patient care activities before, during, and after surgical procedures. This role contributes to the efficiency and safety of the perioperative environment by facilitating smooth transitions between procedures, ensuring compliance with infection control standards, and performing a variety of support functions under the direction of clinical staff.

Essential Functions

  • Assists with operating room setup by ensuring necessary equipment, instruments, and supplies are available and in proper working order.

  • Supports room turnover between surgical procedures by cleaning and restocking the operating room in accordance with established protocols.

  • Transports patients to and from the operating room and other perioperative areas as directed.

  • Gathers and delivers required equipment and supplies to the surgical team during procedures.

  • Monitors inventory levels, restocks supplies, and assists with general organization of the surgical support areas.

  • Follows all infection prevention, safety, and environmental protocols to maintain a clean and safe surgical environment.

  • Communicates effectively with surgical, nursing, and support staff to ensure seamless procedural operations.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • 0-1 years of experience in a surgical services or patient support role required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Understanding of basic surgical terminology and operating room protocols.

  • Ability to operate and inspect non-clinical equipment and identify issues.

  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and cleanliness.

  • Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively as part of a team.

  • Knowledge of infection prevention and safety practices in a surgical setting.

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to remain calm and efficient in fast-paced environments.

Licenses and Certifications

  • BCLS - Basic Life Support preferred

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.


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