Operating Room Assistant | Full Time

At Meritus Health, every surgical procedure is a team effort—and Operating Room Assistants play a vital role in ensuring patients receive safe, compassionate care. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you’ll support the physical and psychosocial needs of surgical patients, assist with intraoperative preparation, and help maintain a smooth, respectful environment for both patients and staff.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced clinical setting, values teamwork, and is committed to supporting high-quality surgical care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the physical and emotional needs of surgical patients before, during, and after procedures
• Support the surgical team by preparing equipment, supplies, and patient areas
• Maintain effective communication with team members to ensure continuity of care
• Foster positive relationships with other departments and nursing units
• Demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and empathy in all patient interactions
• Uphold Meritus Health’s standards of safety, service, and collaboration

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of a Nursing Assistant program preferred

Experience

Related experience in patient care preferred

Licensure/Certification

Current BLS (CPR) certification required, in compliance with Meritus Health policy

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a clinical environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to patient-centered care and team-based support

Caring for Our Team

We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Coverage begins on the
• first of the month following your hire date
• .

Life Insurance & Disability Coverage

Includes

• company-paid life insurance
• , as well as
• short- and long-term disability
• benefits to provide peace of mind.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• A generous
• PTO program
• designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

401(k) Retirement Plan

• Benefit from a
• robust company match
• to support your long-term financial goals.

Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement

• Support for your
• continued learning and career growth
• .
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Options to save
• pre-tax dollars
• for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.

Shift Differential Pay

• Team members working
• evening, night, or weekend shifts
• may be eligible for additional pay.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.