Surgical Support Assistant

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • New York, NY

17h • $24 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Support Assistant supports safe, efficient surgical care by preparing operating rooms, managing sterile supplies, and assisting perioperative teams before and during procedures. The role works with the Operating Room Team to ensure assigned rooms are ready for surgical procedures, support supply availability, and assist nurses and physicians in accordance with proper protocols. The assistant also contributes to unit-based quality improvement activities through data collection, problem identification and resolution, and committee work as assigned.

This position is located at 1275 York Avenue in New York, NY. The schedule is five 8-hour shifts from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with weekend and holiday rotation. The role reports to the Supervisor, Perioperative Support Services. The pay range is $24.05–$36.21, and the position is classified as non-exempt.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience 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 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

• Secure instruments, sterile supplies, and special equipment—including sterile trays, disposable sterile products, and sutures—to prepare assigned operating rooms for 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 proper protocol.
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement activities, including data collection of ancillary activity, problem identification and resolution, and 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
• Education Level: No Education Listed