Perioperative Care Assistant- O.R - Full Time- Days/Evenings

Perioperative Care Assistant- O.R - Full Time- Days/Evenings

Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the regions leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities equipment technologies and research protocols. Cayuga Healths commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation comprehensive employee benefits programs and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.

The Perioperative Care Assistant is responsible for providing routine support that contributes to safe and effective patient care within the Surgical Services Department. Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN) the assistant will assist in transporting patients managing equipment and supporting the surgical team in maintaining a clean and organized environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assist with patient transport and specimen delivery ensuring timely and safe handling.
• Support surgical teams by aiding in patient positioning movement and preparation.
• Maintain operating room cleanliness by assisting in turnover and termination procedures including trash and linen removal.
• Manage equipment logistics including retrieval setup cleaning and proper storage.
• Ensure the availability of essential surgical supplies and personal protective equipment in designated areas.
• Required weekday and weekend on-call responsibilities.

Required Skills and Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience
• Ability to lift over 25lbs and assist with patient positioning and transfers up to 50lbs
• Ability to maintain a clean safe environment

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting
• Additional healthcare experience in perioperative or surgical services
• Familiarity with operating room protocols and aseptic techniques

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods
• Frequent lifting pushing and pulling of equipment and patients
• Exposure to a hospital environment including sterile surgical areas

Location Travel and Shift Requirements:

• Location: Onsite at Cayuga Medical Center: 101 Dates Drive Ithaca NY 14850
• Shift: Full-Time Days/Evenings with mandatory rotating On-Call coverage

Pay Range Disclosure:

• Standard Rate: $19.50 - $25.50 per hour plus benefits

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to providing equitable healthcare fostering an inclusive work environment and ensuring non-discrimination in all employment practices. If you require reasonable accommodations during the hiring process please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at

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