Surgical Tech - Ob

Surgical Tech Duties:
Performs a variety of preparatory, scrubbing and related services necessary to provide patient service in the operating room. Focus is on assisting with surgical cases in OB.
Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care. Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (e.g., assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the Surgeons' needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; holding of retractors, observing and reporting possible breaks in aseptic technique; and assisting in maintaining a sterile, dry, unobstructed field
Performs all types of procedures and maintains basic knowledge of a variety of procedures.
Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room. This includes setting up the room for each case including moving equipment (i.e., tables, cameras, microscopes, fracture table, and instrument pans), operating the various types of equipment used during operating room procedures, and returning equipment post procedure.
Functions as a Second Assistant.
Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply problems.
Transports patients and/or equipment and supplies.
Maintains a specialty cart or item, ensuring its completeness and availability. This includes checking the working condition of equipment, sterility, and sending damaged items out for repair.
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
Other duties within OB Unit :
Assisting with vaginal deliveries and circumcisions.
Will be trained to help with aide duties.
Will assist in orientation of OB Techs.
Will assist in additional education and yearly competencies for OB Techs related to surgical procedures performed in OB.
May float to the OR to assist in other cases when needed.
Scheduled Hours
Two shifts per week, 6:30am - 7:00pm
No Call Required
Every 3rd weekend
Holiday rotation
Up to $6,000 Sign On Bonus!
Licenses & Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
Required Degrees
Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology.
Required Functional Experience
No experience required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures. Knowledge of various types of equipment used in the operating room. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Basic computer proficiency. Certification AddendumTeam members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others).