Surgical Support Assistant | Main OR Support

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The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Are you passionate about playing a meaningful role in the fight to conquer cancer? Does the opportunity to work alongside clinicians who are internally and externally recognized as leaders in multiple fields interest you? We are seeking a bright and committed individual to join our team of Surgical Support Assistants. In this position you will perform a variety of services including inventory of reusable/disposable sterile supplies and equipment, preparation of OR rooms before assigned cases to facilitate patient care in collaboration with the perioperative team.

Role Overview:

• Room Preparation: Secures instruments, sterile supplies and special equipment, and sets up room for surgical procedures in assigned operating rooms.

• Material/Equipment Delivery: Anticipate, select and deliver sterile equipment as needed, to include: sterile trays, disposable sterile products, sutures, ensure availability of sterile equipment, Communicates with CPD to ensure flow.

• Supply/Stocking: Complete inventory request forms and places supplies in designated area to include, but not limited to: Sterile patient-care supplies, sterile general medical supplies, CPD supplies, Pharmacy products, sutures. Reports stock shortages to Supervisor and Supply Clerks.

• Surgical Assistance: Assist during surgery in acquisition of supplies, sterilizing equipment and gowning procedures. Assists Nurses and Physicians with scrubs and sterilization clothing. Assists Surgical Tech in ensuring that instruments are appropriately placed on tray based on proper protocol.

• Quality Improvement: Participate in the unit-based QI activity through participation in data collection of ancillary activity, problem identification and resolution, and group committee work, as assigned.

Key Qualifications: 

• Experience working in an operating room support function (i.e. Perioperative Assistant, Central Processing Technician) with a demonstrated knowledge of OR policies and procedures

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to operate patient care equipment

• Ability to push, pull, lift and carry medium to heavy weights throughout the day, including equipment and patients

Core Skills: 

• Demonstrates resilience and persistence, remaining solution-oriented and finding alternative routes when faced with obstacles.

• Holds themselves and others accountable to goals, standards, and commitments.

• Continuously looks for ways to improve processes, driving efficiency and effectiveness in daily work.

• A strong team player who builds productive relationships and collaborates with others to achieve shared outcomes.

Additional Information: 

• Location: 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY

• Our team currently has two shift options available: 12pm-8pm OR 2pm-10pm Monday through Friday, weekend and holiday rotation

• Reporting to: Supervisor, Operating Room Support Services

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