Mass General Brigham·Boston, Massachusetts
The Operating Room Assistant is responsible for providing medical assistance and ensuring patient safety within the operating room. They also facilitate patient transfers and maintain a supportive environment for patients and their families.
Site: The General Hospital Corporation
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Job Summary Summary Responsible for ensuring excellent patient care, maintaining safety standards, and providing medical assistance in the operating room.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Promotes a philosophy of patient/family-focused care through cordial greetings and interactions with patients, families, and hospital personnel.
Provides hospital/unit orientation information for guests, patients, and families.
Demonstrates an awareness of hospital systems and procedures, locations of all departments, procedure areas, and other patient services.
Refers patients, families, and others to appropriate resources.
Independently transports and assists in the transfer of patients.
Properly identifies patients utilizing two approved identifiers.
Ensures safety and support measures during patient transfers (e.g., bedrails raised, patient covered with a blanket and kept warm).
Is aware of special precautions when transferring patients requiring precautions.
Qualifications: Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience Medical Office/Hospital/Managed Care Experience 0-1 year required and Operating Room Experience 0-1 year preferred
Additional Job Details (if applicable) Monday - Friday 3PM-11PM
Work Location 90 Blossom Street: Scheduled Weekly Hours 40
Employee Type Regular: Work Shift Evening (United States of America)
Pay Range $17.71 - $24.28/Hourly
Grade 2
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In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.
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Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and have 0-1 years of experience in a medical office or hospital setting. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a surgical team are essential.
Market context
In Massachusetts, Operating Room Assistant roles are typically tied to steady hospital and surgical center staffing needs, especially where patient transport, room turnover, and perioperative support must stay efficient. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for prior healthcare support experience, CPR certification, and reliability in fast-paced clinical settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your transport or orderly experience and be ready to show how you handle patient flow and teamwork.