<p>Good Samaritan Medical Center, a 333-bed acute care hospital in West Palm Beach, Florida, is recruiting a full-time Surgery Aide to support its active operating room program. This day-shift role places you at the center of a high-functioning surgical team that leverages advanced robotic technology — including the MAKO and Da Vinci systems — across a broad range of general and specialty procedures. With more than a century of service to Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast, this is a stable, well-resourced environment where OR support staff are integral to daily surgical throughput.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage</li> <li>401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match</li> <li>Generous paid time off</li> <li>Health savings accounts (HSA) and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)</li> <li>Career development and continuing education opportunities</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program</li> <li>Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, and auto and home insurance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Full-time, day-shift schedule at a 333-bed acute care hospital serving Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast</li> <li>Active OR environment utilizing MAKO robotic and Da Vinci robotic platforms for general and specialty surgical procedures</li> <li>Commission on Cancer-accredited cancer program anchored by a state-of-the-art Breast Center</li> <li>Responsibilities span pre-, intra-, and post-operative room support: room turnovers, case cart assembly, sterile supply opening, and end-of-day room preparation</li> <li>Assembles case carts daily using established and handwritten surgeon preference cards and pick lists; coordinates directly with Sterile Processing Department to confirm instrument tray availability before each case</li> <li>Post-case cleanup duties include mopping, wiping horizontal surfaces, linen changes, trash and used linen disposal, anesthesia disposable circuit changes, and suction disposal and setup</li> <li>Stocks OR rooms to established PAR levels and works in conjunction with the OR RN to anticipate equipment needs for upcoming cases</li> <li>All sterile technique performed in accordance with AORN Standards and Recommended Practices</li> <li>On-call coverage required as needed</li> <li>Part of the Palm Beach Health Network — a regionally integrated health system with over 100 years of community presence</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>High school diploma or GED preferred</li> <li>Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required</li> <li>Minimum one year of recent experience in OR materials management and/or Sterile Processing Department (SPD) within an acute care hospital setting</li> <li>Basic working knowledge of AORN standards required</li> <li>SPD or ORT (Operating Room Technician) certification preferred but not required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>West Palm Beach sits on Florida's Atlantic coast in the heart of Palm Beach County — a region known for year-round sunshine, waterfront living, and a vibrant arts and dining scene. The area offers excellent public and private schools, easy access to Miami and Fort Lauderdale, and a cost of living that remains competitive relative to South Florida's coastal amenities. Outdoor recreation ranges from world-class beaches and boating to golf and nature preserves, making this a compelling destination for healthcare professionals seeking both career opportunity and quality of life.</p>