Perioperative Assistant - Operating Room

Company: Mayo Clinic
Location: Barron
Posted on: March 4, 2026

Job Description:

Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. Benefits Highlights Medical: Multiple plan options. Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage. Vision: Affordable plan with national network. Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses. Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future. Responsibilities The Perioperative Assistant is responsible for performing various patient care, safety, and technical duties to support nursing teams and surgeons/physicians in surgical and procedural areas. Activities focus on assisting the surgeon/physician in the performance of procedures, using surgical equipment and instruments, and ensuring all ORs are adequately stocked with appropriate quantity of supplies and equipment. This role maintains a safe, hazard free, clean environment that facilitates patient focused care. The Perioperative Assistant will work in a variety of surgical specialties to provide care to surgical patients. Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent (GED) with a minimum of one year of Surgical Services experience preferred. Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Basic computer knowledge. Must be self-directed and able to make independent decisions. Willingness to accept new ideas and work under stressful conditions. The following are preferred: experience working in patient care experience, knowledge of medical terminology and comprehensive understanding of surgical processes and procedures. Current BLS certification prior to hire or ability to obtain within six months of hire. Exemption Status Nonexempt Compensation Detail $20.06-$27.70/hour Benefits Eligible Yes Schedule Part Time Hours/Pay Period 48 Schedule Details Monday-Friday, 8 hour shifts, start time varies from 0530 to 0800 International Assignment No Site Description Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Recruiter TaVonda Collins

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