Perioperative Assistant, Operating Room/IPP (40 hours, Evenings)

About the role

Peri Operative Assistant position located in the Operating Room/Integrated Procedural Platform (IPP). Under general supervision, assists in the clean‑up of operating rooms and associated surgical areas, and the preparation of rooms for surgical procedures. Maintains a safe and sanitary environment by performing cleaning and disinfecting tasks, proper storage and handling of equipment, and stocking supplies according to hospital/department policy and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Reports to and receives direction from the Nurse Manager at the beginning of shift.
• Assists the Charge nurse or nursing managers with various resources as requested.
• Demonstrates ability to organize time evidenced by completion of work assignments within shift.
• Performs assigned duties to assist the nursing staff in safe, efficient delivery of patient care.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, sanitary and safe environment.
• Maintains an effective inventory control system.

Requirements

• High school diploma or state high school equivalency (GED).
• Additional training beyond high school preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic housekeeping and cleaning procedures, particularly as it relates to the surgical area (on‑the‑job training provided).

Qualifications

• Detail‑oriented; able to read, write and understand specific instructions in English.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for working with clinical personnel, problem solving, and labeling supplies for inventory.
• Observance of Standard Precautions (protective clothing, gloves, goggles) and safe handling practices.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while operating equipment, arranging instrument trays and carts, conducting inventory, and dispensing supplies.
• Ability to push/pull carts of instruments and/or equipment.
• Multilingual skills (beyond English) in languages appropriate to the patient populations served are preferred.
• Proficient computer skills.

Benefits

BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, vision and pharmacy benefits; contract increases; Flexible Spending Accounts; 403(b) savings matches; earned time cash out; paid time off; career advancement opportunities; and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Pay

Compensation range: $20.68 – $25.20 per hour (based on minimum qualifications; final offer considers education, experience, and relevant licensure/certifications).

Schedule

40 hours per week; evenings 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.; every third weekend.