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Operating Room Assistant

UNC Health Appalachian
Boone, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
From $16 an hour

Benefits

Wellness program
Paid parental leave
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Retirement plan

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Operating Room Assistant (OR-A)

Location: Boone, North Carolina | Full-Time | Surgical Services | Non-Exempt

Why You’ll Love Working Here

As an Operating Room Assistant (OR-A) at UNC Health Appalachian, you'll play a vital role in supporting the surgical team by ensuring operating rooms are prepared, clean, and ready for safe, efficient patient care. Working alongside surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, you'll help maintain a sterile environment, facilitate timely room turnover, and support critical surgical operations that directly impact patient outcomes.

This position is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment, enjoy working as part of a collaborative team, and are committed to patient safety and surgical excellence.

Compensation: Hiring compensation range starts at $16.00 per hour, based on education, experience, certification, and internal equity. This position is eligible for shift differentials for qualifying shifts.

Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plan with employer match; paid time off; tuition reimbursement; Career Pathways Program; paid parental leave; wellness incentives through Love Your Life; Employee-to-Employee (E2E) assistance program; and employee discounts to regional attractions.

Boone, North Carolina offers breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountain views, year-round outdoor recreation, a vibrant arts and dining scene, top-rated schools, and Appalachian State University.

What You’ll Do as an Operating Room Assistant

Surgical Services Support

Prepare operating rooms before surgical procedures by ensuring rooms are clean, organized, and fully equipped.
Assist surgeons, nurses, and other clinical staff throughout surgical procedures as needed.
Maintain a sterile environment by following infection prevention and sterile processing protocols.
Support safe patient positioning and movement during surgical procedures.
Promote patient safety by ensuring equipment and supplies are available and functioning properly.

Operating Room Operations

Perform environmental cleaning and management of blood and body fluids throughout the department.
Serve as a runner for time-sensitive and clinically significant items, including STAT laboratory specimens and blood products.
Ensure efficient, high-quality operating room turnover between surgical procedures.
Assist with transporting equipment, supplies, and surgical instruments throughout the department.
Monitor and report equipment or supply issues promptly to appropriate personnel.

Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia providers, and surgical staff to support efficient patient care.
Communicate effectively with team members to promote safe and coordinated surgical operations.
Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and accountability in all interactions.
Support UNC Health Appalachian's Mission, Vision, Values, and Standards of Behavior.

Quality & Safety

Follow all infection prevention, environmental safety, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain compliance with departmental policies and surgical services protocols.
Participate in maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient operating room environment.
Respond calmly and effectively in urgent or emergency situations.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Experience

Previous experience in an operating room or surgical setting preferred.

Licensure & Certifications

Completion of the UNC Health Appalachian Operating Room Assistant Program within one (1) year of hire (provided by the organization).
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of surgical instruments, operating room equipment, and sterile techniques.
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
Good physical stamina and manual dexterity for patient positioning and equipment handling.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to remain calm, focused, and adaptable in a fast-paced surgical environment.
Knowledge of infection prevention protocols and commitment to maintaining a sterile environment.
Basic computer skills for documentation and communication.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift, position, push, pull, and transfer patients, equipment, and supplies weighing 50 pounds or more.
Manual dexterity and mobility required for surgical support activities.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, squatting, twisting, turning, and reaching throughout the workday.
Ability to perform repetitive hand, finger, and wrist movements.
Near visual acuity required for detailed work involving surgical equipment and supplies.
Ability to work extended periods standing and walking during shifts of eight (8) or more hours.

Work Environment

Regular exposure to bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, and infectious materials.
Frequent exposure to electrical and mechanical equipment, chemicals, specimens, and other healthcare-related hazards.
Subject to irregular hours including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency situations.
Continuous standing and walking for extended periods throughout the workday.
Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of equipment and supplies exceeding 50 pounds.
Fast-paced surgical environment requiring adaptability, teamwork, and attention to detail.

About UNC Health Appalachian
UNC Health Appalachian, the leader for healthcare in the High Country, comprises three hospitals, 13 medical practices, Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. UNC Health Appalachian is dedicated to promoting health in the High Country, enhancing quality of life, and “making life better.”

About UNC Health
UNC Health is a state entity and an affiliate of the University of North Carolina system, with 14 hospitals, 18 hospital campuses, and more than 500 clinics plus the UNC School of Medicine’s clinical programs. UNC Health is committed to improving the health of North Carolinians and supports the university’s teaching mission. Over the past three years, UNC Health has provided over $400 million in uncompensated or charity care. For more information, visit unchealth.org.

UNC Health Appalachian values diversity and inclusion and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to a fair, respectful hiring process. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background and drug screen.

For accommodations or additional information, contact [email protected].

Location: UNC Health Appalachian · Central Sterilization ProcessT
Schedule: Full-time, Days, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday thru Friday

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