Operating Room Assistant / ATSSO
Lausanne
Key information
- Publication date:29 August 2025
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Lausanne
ATSSO / Operating Room Assistant
La Source Clinic is a unique multidisciplinary acute care facility. It belongs to the La Source Foundation, an independent and non-profit private institution that also oversees the La Source Institute and School of Health. The independence granted by this status allows it to continuously invest in human and technological resources to ensure the best possible care for its patients.
Operating Room Assistant / ATSSO at 100%
Key information about the position:
Reference: CLS/RH/2025.692 / Contract type: Fixed-term and permanent at 100% / Hours: 8:30-hour and 12-hour shifts / Start date: as soon as we find the right person / Location: in the heart of Lausanne (M2 stop "Riponne" or Bus 2, 3 or 21 stop "Beaulieu-Jomini")
Why do we need you?
Due to a departure in the team, we are looking for a person to join the team permanently; we are also looking for a second person for temporary reinforcement (fixed-term contract until January 2026).
What will you be doing?
- Participate in welcoming, comforting, installing, and ensuring the safety of patients within the operating rooms
- Participate in applying hygiene and asepsis rules during the pre-, peri-, and postoperative periods
- Collaborate in the conduct of surgical or interventional medical procedures as a circulating assistant
- Handle surgical and radiological equipment during surgical procedures
- Participate in restocking, organizing single-use materials, instruments, and operating room equipment, and cleaning
Who will you work with?
The operating room brings together a multidisciplinary team of about 60 professionals (IDDO, IBODE, TSO, ATSSO, Operating Room Assistants, Material Managers, Housekeeping Staff). Together, we form a united and versatile group committed to collaborating to provide safe quality care and a harmonious working environment.You will be in direct contact with Audrey Schumacher, Head Nurse Coordinator of the operating room. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare and more than 10 years in the operating room, she is available and contributes to the development and support of each team member. She ensures daily focus on the service and Clinic objectives.Essentials:
- Have initial experience in an operating room
- Demonstrate versatility in different surgical disciplines
- Be able to collaborate within an interdisciplinary team
- Have excellent adaptability and integration skills
- Be rigorous, dynamic, and autonomous
Your assets:
- Hold a certificate as a specialized technical assistant in the operating room (ATSSO)
Why choose La Source Clinic?
- Join the largest private clinic in the canton of Vaud
- State-of-the-art medical technology equipment (7 operating rooms) and a wide variety of surgical activities (15 major specialties)
- The atmosphere of a human-scale clinic with the challenges of a health institution with diverse activities oriented towards the future
- Attractive employment conditions and social benefits
- Because our values define who we are: Unique - Respectful - Innovative - Responsible
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What are the next steps?
- Do you still have questions about the position? Do not hesitate to contact Ms. Suada Jin, Interim Head of Operating Rooms, at 021 641 36 87.
- Do you identify with this offer? Pauline Testelin, HR Recruitment Specialist, looks forward to receiving your complete application (cover letter, CV, certificates, and diplomas)
- The position does not suit you but you are interested in another opportunity at the Clinic? Click Apply to register on our platform to receive our upcoming offers by email.
Important information!
Applications received by email and mail will not be processed. Job applications are exclusively made via our online platform. If you encounter technical difficulties during your application, do not hesitate to call 021 641 35 74; we will be happy to assist you.