Surgical Support Assistant

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • New York, NY

22h • $24 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Support Assistant plays a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient surgical care by preparing operating rooms, managing sterile supplies, and supporting perioperative teams before and during procedures. The position works with the Operating Room Team at MSK’s Josie Robertson Surgery Center.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience working in an operating room support function, such as Perioperative Assistant, Nursing Assistant, or Medical Assistant.
• Demonstrated knowledge of operating room 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.
• Reliability, resilience, and attention to detail in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Ability to maintain consistency and accuracy while performing repetitive or time-sensitive tasks.
• Takes ownership of responsibilities and holds self and others accountable to operating room standards and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly clean, organize, and prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures.
• Complete inventory request forms and place supplies in designated areas.
• Report stock shortages to the Supervisor and Supply Clerks.
• Assist nurses and physicians during surgery by obtaining supplies, sterilizing equipment, and assisting with gowning procedures according to protocol.
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement activities, including collecting data on ancillary activity, identifying and resolving problems, and contributing to group committee work as assigned.
• Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, surgical technologists, and support staff to ensure smooth case flow.
• Look for opportunities to improve efficiency, safety, and supply readiness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed