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Surgical Care Assistant

United States, New York 18.56 USD / Hour · Job Posted May 29, 2026
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Job Description

The following are specific guidelines for the functioning and responsibilities of Surgical Care Assistants assigned to the Operating Room/Post Anesthesia Care Unit/Preoperative Services.

Job Responsibility

  • Care of Scrub Areas and Clean Utility Rooms
  • Distribute processed instrument sets, equipment and supplies
  • Care of Special Surgical Equipment, Instruments and Supplies
  • Care of Soiled Utility Rooms
  • Damp dust storage shelves
  • Maintain cleanliness, organization of stock room
  • Routine specimens
  • Transport the pre-operative patient
  • Transport blood and or blood products
  • Clean stretcher with appropriate solution
  • Assist with maintaining cleanliness of the Operating Rooms and environment
  • Assist scrub and circulator with gathering and set up of supplies and equipment

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred

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