Operating Room Assistant in Danbury, CT, United States
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Operating Room Assistant
Location: Danbury, CT, United States
Salary Range: 17.00 - 28.50
Work Type: Full-Time
Standard Hours: 40
FTE: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Evening 8
Work Shift: VARIABLE SHIFT. MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY 3PM TO 11:30PM WITH ROTATING WEEKEND CALL.
Date Posted: Apr 3, 2026
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Nuvance Health extends from New York's Hudson Valley to western Connecticut. Our team of more than 15,000 caregivers delivers compassionate care through seven community hospitals, primary care and specialty practice locations, outpatient settings, home care services and telehealth visits. With strong hearts and open minds, we're pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected, all in the name of possibility. As we journey forward, we are guided by our values: personal, imaginative, agile and connected. Our curiosity is opening new pathways and creating new advancements in healthcare for all.
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At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+ strong hearts and open minds. If you share our values of connected, personal, agile and imaginative, we invite you to discover what's possible for you and your career.
Danbury Hospital, a 456-bed acute care hospital, has been providing award-winning, personalized patient care to the people of Western Connecticut for 140 years. Our specialty areas of excellence include a Level III NICU, a certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center, and compassionate psychiatric care, including a partial-hospitalization program.
Our accolades include the following:
At Danbury Hospital, we take great pride in our team members and their passion for providing the best care possible-always with heart. For many of our team members, that care extends beyond the walls of our hospital. We volunteer at local non-profits and participate in community initiatives and events. Our dedication to the health and well-being of our entire community makes this a truly special place to work.
Summary:
The purpose of the Operating Room Assistant is to perform service functions that support the delivery of patient care in the Operating Room. These functions include but are not limited to: patient transportation, maintenance and cleaning of equipment and operating rooms, stocking supplies and running errands.
Responsibilities:
Safely transport patients to and from the preoperative and postoperative areas and the operating room, following safety protocols.
Assist patients with mobility issues, using wheelchairs or stretchers as required.
Check the patient''s identity, monitor the patient''s condition during transport, and report any changes to the nursing staff.
Set up and organize the operating room for scheduled surgeries, ensuring all necessary equipment are available and in proper working order.
Obtain necessary instruments from the sterile room or the Sterile processing department when needed.
Assist in the positioning of the patient before and during the case.
Communicate effectively regarding the status of instruments, supplies, and any issues that may arise during procedures.
Be knowledgeable about emergency procedures and protocols within the operating room.
Assist in medical emergencies, ensuring readiness to respond to unexpected changes during surgery.
Efficiently clean and disinfect the operating room surfaces, equipment, and instruments between surgical cases to ensure a sterile environment.
Thoroughly clean all areas of the OR, including operating tables, lights, and other surfaces.
Ensure all waste, including biohazardous materials, is disposed of per hospital protocols.
Properly handle, and verify documented surgical specimens collected during procedures.
Ensure specimens are sent to the appropriate laboratory for analysis and maintain chain-of-custody documentation.
Ensure that all surgical equipment is appropriately cleaned and stored after each use.
Regularly inspect equipment for functionality and report any malfunctions or required repairs to appropriate personnel.
Stay updated on industry best practices and hospital policies related to operating room procedures and participate in ongoing training and education to enhance skills and knowledge.
Assist in training new staff members in operating room protocols and procedures.
Conduct comprehensive terminal cleaning of the operating room at the end of surgical days or as necessary to maintain hygiene and safety standards.
Use approved cleaning agents and techniques to disinfect all surfaces and equipment. Monitor and report any maintenance or repair needs identified during cleaning processes.
Stocks all non-specialty areas including scrub rooms, warmers, linen carts, holding area, turnover supplies, PPE, etc.
Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
Education: HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Significant occupational risk
Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Significant exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: Danbury Hospital
Org Unit: 211
Department: Operating Room
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $17.00 - $28.50 Hourly
With strong hearts and open minds, we're pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected, all in the name of possibility. We are neighbors caring for neighbors, working together as partners in health to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you share our passion for the health of our communities, advance your career with Nuvance Health!
Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
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