Ob Technician Iii, Labor & Delivery, Per Diem, Nights

OB Technician III, Labor & Delivery, Per Diem, Nights

Greenbrae, CA

ABOUT MARINHEALTH a UCSF Affiliate

Come and be a part of our healing team at the award-winning MarinHealth! Ranked in the top 3% of general hospitals in the country, we have made great strides since returning to our roots as an independent hospital. As Marin County’s only acute hospital and a vital resource for a wide range of essential health care services, it is our mission—and our passion—to excel in every medical specialty. We attract the finest physicians and employees who appreciate having the best of both worlds: the resources and medical sophistication of an academic medical center combined with the personalized, caring touch of an independent hospital. We have an exceptionally collaborative team that adheres to the highest service excellence standards to ensure that we deliver world-class, personalized care to patients. Our Joint-Commission accredited hospital has won numerous awards and certifications in delivering best-in-class health care in the San Francisco Bay Area.

WHAT WE OFFER

MarinHealth offers a generous suite of employee benefits, which includes a comprehensive and rich health benefits program (medical, dental, vision and prescription plans). Our robust Wellness @ Work program (e.g. onsite health & fitness classes, discounts, etc) also promotes a healthier lifestyle for employees and to support you on your Healthy Healer journey. Other benefits include, but are not limited to, a 403(b) contribution plan and company-funded retirement plan, life insurance, vacation, holiday and sick leave, which you will start accruing immediately. Our benefits are highly competitive and considered to be one of the best in the Bay Area! Find your healing place at MarinHealth.

External hires are subject to a background check and pre-employment medical screen. Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal, state and local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status and any other classifications protected by federalm state and local laws.

JOB SUMMARY:

It is the responsibility of the OB Surgical Technologist to function under the direct supervision of an RN while performing the scrub role on the intraoperative team and/or assisting with other patient care activities, and in accordance with department policies and procedures, to provide for the care needs of the patient with a focus on those treatments and services which do not require state licensure.

In addition to the unit specific duties and responsibilities, OB Techs will provide for the hygiene and personal care of the patient, assist with the activities of daily living, and measure and record vital signs.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

• Graduate of a Surgical Technologist program
• Completion of Certification program and exam preferred, and required for Certified level (CST-Certified Surgical Technician).
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required

EXPERIENCE

• Two years current OB Surgical Technologist experience preferred
• Two years recent hospital or health care facility experience required

PREREQUISITE SKILLS

• Knowledge of surgical techniques, anatomy and physiology
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and contribute positively towards the goals of the team and the organization.
• Knowledge of surgical procedures and terminology
• Proficient with current in-house computer systems.
• Ability to read, speak, write clearly and legibly, and understand and follow English verbal and written instructions
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to establish priorities and follow through on assigned tasks.
• Ability to function in an intermittently stressful environment
• Good verbal and non-verbal communication skills required
• Ability to communicate clearly, work tactfully and effectively with patients,
• Visitors, physicians, team members and other hospital staff.
• Maintain a calm demeanor while working in an atmosphere of conflicting demands.
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation, and equipment and supplies
• Ability to work independently, interdependently and under supervision within department and hospital policies

LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Surgical Technologist certification preferred, and required at Certified level (CST-Certified Surgical Technician).
• BLS-HCP certification required

PRIMARY CUSTOMER SERVED (Age Specific Criteria):

(X) Toddlers 1 up to 3 years

(X) Preschool Children 3 up to 6 years

(X) School Age Children 6 up to 12 years

(X) Adolescents 12 up to 18 years

(X) Early Adults 18 up to 45 years

(X) Middle Adults 45 up to 61 years

( ) Late Adults 61 up to 80 years

( ) Late, Late Adults 80 years and up

Employees in this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or service based on the physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned service area.

PATIENT PRIVACY (HIPAA Compliance):

Employees in this position have access to protected health information. The protected health information a person in this position can access includes demographics, date of service, insurance/billing, medical record summary information, and all other information that may be contained in patient records. This position requires patient health information to perform the functions outlined as part of this position description.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL (not modifiable)

• Demonstrates and monitors aseptic technique principle during preparation and maintenance of the sterile field, including scrubbed team members
• Maintains accurate count of all sponges, needles, or other items to be counted before, during and at wound closure
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills related to aseptic technique principles and practices
• Utilizes cost effective practices through judicious supply use and selective opening and/or preparation of surgeon preferences
• Implement adult learning theories when teaching surgical technologist role
• Notifies SPD of malfunctioning or broken instruments or equipment
• Demonstrates knowledge of sterilization principles and methods
• Willingly shares knowledge and skills with all other team members
• Performs all tasks required of the scrub including but not limited to skin preparation; positioning assistance; gowning and gloving of self and others; draping; sterile field preparation; counts; preparation and passing of instruments, supplies, equipment; safe handling/disposition of sharps; accurate measuring of fluids on the sterile field; applies sterile dressing; safe disposal of drapes, sponges, sharps, instruments and liquid waste
• Validates supply and instrument sterility which includes checking package, wrap or container integrity, chemical indicators and expiration dates
• Cares for specimens in accordance with all policies and procedures which apply to specimen handling, processing and accountability
• Assists with patient care plan and implementation, utilizing knowledge of surgical techniques, procedures and physician preference guidelines
• Prepares instruments and equipment for terminal cleaning and transports on case cart to SPD

SECONDARY (modifiable)

• Supports and participates in new programs and/or plans for change which maintains or improves quality patient care
• Attends educational and training seminars which further own knowledge and skill base
• Other duties as assigned

MarinHealth remains committed to the health and safety of our employees, patients, and the entire community. As such, MarinHealth requires employees to receive all required immunizations, including, MMR, flu (seasonal availability), and COVID-19 vaccine + booster, as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, as required. Any exemptions from these requirements may be granted for limited and specific situations.

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Additional Information

• Job Shift: Night
• Hours per Two-Week Period: Per Diem
• Job Schedule: Per Diem
• Shift Hours: 12 Hour Shift
• Job Number: 12192 - AT375
• Department: 6400 - LDRP