Surgical Services Assistant II

@ BHS Baptist Healthcare System
BHS Baptist Healthcare Systembhsbaptisthealthcaresystem.com

Surgical Services Assistant II

Louisville, KY
Posted 1 week ago

About the job

Join Baptist Health's OR team as a Surgical Services Assistant II, supporting surgical procedures, patient care, and equipment maintenance in a collaborative, patient-focused setting.

Requirements

  • HANA Table Training Competency
  • BCLS certification
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to multitask
  • Flexible availability

Qualifications

  • Prior OR experience preferred
  • Orthopedic patient positioning knowledge
  • Manual dexterity and stamina
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment
  • Teamwork orientation

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Summary

Job Description:

Surgical Services Assistant (Operating Room)

40 Hours Weekly, Full Time, First Shift (Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm)

Join our Operating Room team and help provide safe, efficient patient care throughout the surgical experience.

What You'll Do

  • Prepare operating rooms, equipment, and supplies for surgical procedures.

  • Assist with patient transport, transfers, and positioning.

  • Support surgeons, nurses, anesthesia providers, and surgical technologists during procedures.

  • Assist with room turnover, stocking supplies, and maintaining clean, organized work areas.

  • Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and equipment safety standards.

HANA Table

Experience with the HANA Surgical Table is highly preferred. This role supports orthopedic procedures by:

  • Setting up and operating the HANA table and accessories.

  • Assisting with safe patient positioning and transfers.

  • Monitoring patient safety during table movement and positioning.

  • Cleaning, inspecting, and maintaining HANA equipment.

  • Supporting surgeons and the perioperative team during orthopedic procedures.

  • Participating in HANA table call coverage.

What We're Looking For

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

  • Excellent organization and ability to multitask.

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment.

  • Flexible availability, including on-call responsibilities.

  • Knowledge of orthopedic patient positioning preferred.

  • Prior Operating Room Experience is strongly preferred. 

  • BCLS Required within 90 days of hire.

Physical Requirements

  • Stand and walk for extended periods.

  • Frequently bend, reach, stoop, kneel, push, and pull.

  • Assist with patient transfers, movement, and positioning.

  • Safely maneuver specialized surgical equipment, including the HANA table.

  • Possess the strength, stamina, manual dexterity, and visual acuity needed to work safely in a busy operating room environment.

Requirements

Hana Table Training Competency required within 90 days of hire

BCLS required within 90 days of hire

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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