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Surgical Support Assistant | Main OR

New York, NY · On-site

$24.05 - $36.21/hr

We are seeking a dedicated Surgical Support Assistant. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring safe, efficient surgical care by preparing operating rooms, managing sterile supplies ...

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As of Jun 7, 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.

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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.

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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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Surgical Support Assistant | Main OR

Msk

New York, NY • On-site

$24.05 - $36.21/hr

Full-time

Posted yesterday

Job description

About Us:

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursueour missionat MSK and around the globe.

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: We are seeking a dedicated Surgical Support Assistant. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring safe, efficient surgical care by preparing operating rooms, managing sterile supplies, and supporting perioperative teams before and during procedures with our Operating Room Team.

Role Overview:

  • Room Preparation: Secure instruments, sterile supplies and special equipment including sterile trays, disposable sterile products, and sutures, ensuring rooms are ready for surgical procedures in assigned operating rooms.

  • Supply/Stocking: Complete inventory request forms and place supplies in designated areas, reporting any stock shortages to Supervisor and Supply Clerks.

  • Surgical Assistance: Assist Nurses and Physicians during surgery in acquisition of supplies, sterilizing equipment and gowning procedures according to proper protocol.

  • Quality Improvement: Participate in the unit-based QI activity through participation in data collection of ancillary activity, problem identification and resolution, and group committee work, as assigned.

Key Qualifications:

  • Experience working in an operating room support function (i.e. Perioperative Assistant, Central Processing Technician) with a demonstrated knowledge of OR policies and procedures

  • Ability to communicate effectively with members of surgical and perioperative materials teams

  • Ability to push, pull, lift and carry medium to heavy weights throughout the day, including equipment and patients

Core Skills:

  • Demonstrates reliability, resilience, and attention to detail in a fast-paced surgical environment.

  • Maintains consistency and accuracy while performing repetitive or time-sensitive tasks.

  • Takes ownership of responsibilities and holds self and others accountable to OR standards and protocols.

  • Collaborates effectively with surgeons, nurses, surgical technologists, and support staff to ensure smooth case flow.

  • Continuously looks for opportunities to improve efficiency, safety, and supply readiness.

Additional Information:

  • Location: 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY

  • Schedule: Two shift options available - 12:00pm-8:00pm or 3:00pm - 11:00pm, Monday-Friday, with weekend and holiday rotation.

Helpful Links:

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Pay Range: $24.05 - $36.21FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

Closing:

At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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