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OR Assistant

VHC Health·Arlington, Virginia

$16 - $24/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 18 days ago
Practice for this role

OR Assistant · $16 - $24/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -53% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Virginia ($33.50/hr, n=7544)
$0.01/hr · p10p90 · $1,170/hr
this role: $15.68/hrmedian $33.50/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 7,544 posted healthcare roles in Virginia rates. This role sits in the 20th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 53% below the Virginia median for similar positions.

The OR Assistant manages materials, equipment, and supplies within the Operating Room while maintaining inventory and preparing case carts. They also assist with clinical duties, including room turnovers and ensuring adherence to aseptic techniques.

Position Title: OR Assistant

Job Description

Purpose & Scope: The OR Assistant is responsible for the materials, equipment, instruments and supplies in Operating Room. He / she is responsible for the fiscal management of the department, through a constant vigilance in maintaining established par levels on supplies, and materials. Maintains a working knowledge of the OR Perpetual inventory. Responsible for preparing case carts and must be able to operate sterilization equipment as necessary. Must have a working knowledge of aseptic technique and maintains the standards of the Guest Relations Policy; and assisting in other areas as requested such as room turnovers, and other clinical duties. Participate in the training and in-service programs for staff. Assumes responsibility and accountability at all times for quality performance.

Education

High school or equivalent is preferred.

Experience

  • Under a year of materials management or related operating room experience is preferred.
  • Certification/Licensure: BLS certification is required. Additional

Job Description

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities. In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families. VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions. The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law. VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.

Requirements

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably under a year of relevant experience. A BLS certification is required for this position.

  • high school
  • Inventory management
  • Aseptic technique
  • Clinical assistance
  • Case cart preparation
  • Sterilization equipment operation
  • Operating room support
  • Materials management
  • Quality performance

Benefits

  • Medical coverage
  • Wellness benefits
  • Vision coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$16 - $24/hr
Location
Arlington, Virginia
Posted
Aug 21, 2026
Closes
Aug 21, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

VHC Health

VHC Health® is a leading not-for-profit health system serving the Washington, DC metropolitan area since 1944. Anchored by a 453-bed teaching hospital, we provide exceptional care through advanced technology and patient-centered practices. We provide primary and specialty care...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Market context

Virginia OR Assistant Market Context

Virginia OR Assistant roles support surgical teams in fast-paced clinical settings, with demand shaped by operating-room staffing needs and competition for candidates holding current BLS certification. Entry requirements may be accessible with a high school diploma and limited experience, but reliability and readiness for procedural work can strengthen an application. The requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving research time while you compare opportunities.

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