Legacy Health·Portland, Oregon
Support nursing staff in the surgical team to ensure safe patient care and efficient departmental operations. Responsibilities include transporting materials, performing housekeeping duties, and stocking supplies in the operating room.
Overview In the operating room, timeliness, cleanliness, and orderliness are essential.
If you see yourself as someone who can ensure all of these as an Operating Room Assistant, this may be an ideal position for you.
Here, you will realize your potential while helping to fulfill the Legacy mission of making life better for others.
Legacy Emanuel Medical Center in North Portland plays a vital role as a local and regional leader in serious clinical illness or injury.
With around-the-clock expertise for critical health issues, including experts in trauma, heart care, burns, significant wounds, stroke, brain surgery and more, Legacy Emanuel is central to the health of our community and critical to the care of the Northwest.
This position floats throughout the Surgical, Interventional, and Imaging Services (SIIS) division.
Friday-Monday 09:00 am - 5:30 pm
Support nursing staff as part of the surgical team to ensure safe and efficient patient care. Transport blood, specimens, and other materials within Surgical Services. Perform housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness in operating rooms and surrounding areas. Stock supplies and maintain overall orderliness of assigned department spaces. Assist with patient transportation as needed. Complete additional errands and support tasks as assigned to facilitate smooth departmental operations.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
One year of previous medical experience in an acute care setting preferred. Experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant or central sterile tech preferred.
A high school diploma and BLS for Provider certification are required. Previous medical experience in acute care or certification as a CNA or central sterile tech is preferred.
Market context
Operating room assistant jobs in Oregon are typically driven by steady hospital staffing needs, especially in surgical settings that value prior OR exposure. These roles are competitive because employers often look for current AHA BLS certification, one year of accredited hospital experience, and preferred anesthesia experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your BLS status and OR background before applying.
