Operating Room Assistant

At Atrium Health, we are looking for an experienced and compassionate Operating Room Assistant to join our team. This individual will work as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide exceptional patient care. The successful candidate will possess a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing the best patient experience.The ideal candidate for the Operating Room Assistant role will have a minimum of one year of experience in a healthcare setting, a working knowledge of medical terminology, and a passion for providing excellence in patient care. The successful candidate will also have the ability to remain calm in stressful situations and have the capacity to work independently. Additionally, they will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide the best patient experience.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist surgeons and other medical staff during surgical procedures.
2. Follow safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
3. Prepare and organize the operating room prior to procedures.
4. Maintain a clean and organized environment.
5. Provide support to patients during procedures.
6. Monitor and document patient vital signs as needed.
7. Assist in the transport and transfer of patients.
8. Stock and replenish supplies as necessary.
9. Prepare and maintain patient records.
10. Communicate with other medical staff regarding patient conditions.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Operating Room Assistant in Charlotte, NC, USA is $29,000 - $42,000. This amount can vary depending on experience, qualifications, and job location.

Atrium Health, formerly Carolinas HealthCare System, is a not for profit hospital network which operates hospitals, freestanding emergency departments, urgent care centers, and medical practices in the American states of North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia.