Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital in Tucson, Arizona is hiring a Surgical Services Assistant II to support perioperative operations across its active operating room suites. This hands-on support role works directly under the direction of charge nurses and OR staff, contributing to patient safety, room readiness, and efficient case turnover in a high-acuity surgical environment. St. Joseph's is a well-established acute care facility with a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, and a broad surgical service line — making this a substantive perioperative support position with real clinical exposure.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, and auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- Perioperative support role embedded in an active OR environment at a Level I Trauma Center
- Performs terminal cleaning of operating rooms and prepares suites for incoming patients between cases
- Participates directly in OR suite turnovers to maintain case flow and scheduling efficiency
- Responsible for cleaning and remaking patient stretchers and beds; maintains assigned areas for restocking and cleanliness
- Delivers specimens, lab samples, and blood products to and from the OR
- Transports patients as directed by nursing staff, following standard precautions and PPE protocols
- Works within a multidisciplinary surgical team that includes RNs, surgical technologists, and OR support staff
- Facility services include cardiology, orthopedics, neurology (Carondelet Neurological Institute), joint replacement (Carondelet Joint Replacement Center), stroke, emergency medicine, and labor and delivery
- Comprehensive Stroke Center designation reflects the depth and acuity of the surgical and procedural volume on campus
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Minimum one year of surgery aide experience required
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Ability to follow standard precautions and utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) per policy
About the Community
Tucson is Arizona's second-largest city, situated in the Sonoran Desert at roughly 2,400 feet elevation — offering more than 350 days of sunshine annually, dramatic mountain scenery, and a lower cost of living than Phoenix or the California coast. The city is home to the University of Arizona, a vibrant arts and food culture, and world-class outdoor recreation including hiking, cycling, and birding in Saguaro National Park and the surrounding mountain ranges. Tucson's combination of urban amenities, affordable housing, and year-round outdoor lifestyle makes it a compelling destination for healthcare professionals at any career stage.