Surgical Attendant- University Hospital Weekday

Overview

Surgical Attendant - Duke University Hospital Weekday OR-11:00am-7:00pm

Work Arrangement:
Regular

Location:

Durham, NC, US, 27710

Requisition Number: 263885

Date:
Feb 5, 2026

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

• Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
• Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses.
• Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
• Duke University Health System has 6000+ registered nurses
• Quality of Life:
  Living in the Triangle!
• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)

Perform a variety of technical, environmental, and patient care duties under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. These duties are performed in accordance with established hospital and nursing policy and within the legal scope of practice for the unlicensed caregiver.

• Verify patient location and identification.
• Transfer and/or assist patients during transport, following departmental safety guidelines.
• Communicate with patients and respond to patient needs promptly, satisfy needs or refer their requests to appropriate staff.
• Keep charge nurse informed of room status and attendant availability.
• Assist in the orientation of new staff as requested by nurse manager or designee.
• Provide emergency assistance as required and/or directed by surgeon and/or nursing personnel.
• Transport specimen, equipment, etc. to appropriate area in safe and efficient manner.
• Deliver patient care appropriate to the age of the patients served, according to the plan of care developed by the RN.
• Complete annual self-instructional unit regarding age-appropriate care for the infant, toddler, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
• Prepare the unit for cases/procedures utilizing functional equipment and supplies.
• Assist with positioning the patient and follow accepted procedures for preparation of patients for surgical procedures.
• Assist with wraps, casts, and dressings.
• Route non-functional equipment to the maintenance department for repair and assist in minor maintenance functions as needed.
• Set up and troubleshoot equipment in service line and 85% of equipment in other services.
• Accurately and safely use all patient positioning devices and tables.
• Clean equipment, tables and floor as required with proper cleaning solution.
• Collect, bag and remove soiled linen and trash properly.
• Replace suction liners, trash bags and other supplies as needed.
• Return cleaned equipment to appropriate area after the case.
• Stock and maintain adequate levels of supplies at scrub sink and sub rooms as appropriate.
• Maintain orderly work environment by keeping operating rooms, storage areas, hallways and all units clean, tidy and hazard free.
• Obtain and maintain unit supplies and equipment.

Work requires basic mechanical knowledge for assembly of equipment and the ability to comprehend and follow instructions normally acquired through a partial high school education.

Six months experience in a hospital setting or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Current BCLS certification.

• Basic mechanical knowledge for assembly of equipment and the ability to comprehend and follow instructions.
• Knowledge of sterile technique.
• Physical…