Surgical Assistant

ahmchealth· Surgical Services
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📍 Anaheim, CA, USOTHER💰 USD 21–25/yr

About this role

Overview

Supports the department of Surgical Services in the consistent practice of surgical team assistance.  Additional responsibilities include the provision of organizational, communication and assistive skills necessary to facilitate the flow of surgical service activities.  These responsibilities include provision of maintenance of instruments, sterility process and support of resources to patients, visitors, physicians, staff and ancillary personnel.  Responsible for the maintenance of surgical supplies, order entry functions, and orientation/training of new personnel and collaboration with the healthcare team towards achieving fiscal and quality care goals and of outcomes for the divisions within surgical services.  The position also supports the Manager and Director of Surgical Services in the implementation of surgical service activities.

 

Examples of duties include:

  • Communication to facilitate patient care delivery and unit efficiency
  • Performs any task included in Surgical Assistant I job description
  • Assists coworkers in patient care delivery
  • Knowledge of instrumentation and its use
  • Completes any documentation of any care given
  • Assist with instruments and supplies for surgery schedule 
  • Maintain current/accurate unit information
  • Performs quarterly monitors for event related sterilization using list checks and stock rooms
  • Helps open designated supplies for cases under supervision
  • Support staff cross-training
  • Assists with or does preps as directed under supervision following proper P&P’s
  • Scrubs and holds retractors or acts as 2nd scrub under supervision as assigned
  • Assists with picking cases as time permits
  • Able to independently take call on a rotation basis.

 

  • This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of AHMC Anaheim Regional Medical Center and AHMC. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the core values of ARMC and AHMC. The employee shall support AHMC Anaheim Regional Medical Center’s strategic plan and goals and direction of the performance improvement plan.  The employee will also be expected to support all organizational expectations including, but not limited to;  Customer Service, Patient’s Rights, Confidentiality of Information, Environment of Care and AHMC initiatives.

    • Responsibilities

    Education/Training/Experience

    One year of health care experience in comparable setting.  In lieu of this experience, consideration will be made for staff with strong education and associated experiential background.

    Knowledge of sterility standards, AAMI and AORN

    Knowledge of aseptic technique

     

    Licenses/Certifications

    Current BLS-HCP

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the salary for the Surgical Assistant role at ahmchealth?
    The listed salary for this Surgical Assistant position at ahmchealth is USD 21–25/yr. This is an OTHER role.
    Where is the Surgical Assistant position at ahmchealth located?
    This Surgical Assistant role at ahmchealth is based in Anaheim, CA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
    Is the Surgical Assistant role at ahmchealth full-time or part-time?
    This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Surgical Assistant role in the Surgical Services department at ahmchealth.
    Which team or department does the Surgical Assistant at ahmchealth belong to?
    This Surgical Assistant position is part of the Surgical Services department at ahmchealth. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
    How do I apply for the Surgical Assistant position at ahmchealth?
    Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to ahmchealth's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
    When was the Surgical Assistant job at ahmchealth posted?
    This Surgical Assistant position at ahmchealth was posted on May 21, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
    Surgical Assistant
    ahmchealth · 💰 USD 21–25/yr
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