Labor & Delivery Technician

RWJBarnabas Health; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Labor & Delivery Technician at Monmouth Medical Center to support safe, patient-centered care in a fast-paced perioperative environment. The role involves assisting the surgical team, maintaining sterile technique, instrument processing, and collaborative care with physicians, nurses, and anesthesia providers.

The position requires a CST certification, BLS, and 2–3 years OR experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a certified Scrub Technician/Surgical Technologist program.
• Current CST certification NBSTSA.
• Current BLS certification.
• 2–3 years operating room experience preferred.
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation, aseptic technique, infection prevention, and perioperative practices.
• Ability to anticipate surgical team needs and adapt effectively during procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to organize work, establish priorities, multitask, and work independently with minimal supervision while seeking guidance when appropriate.
• Demonstrated professionalism when interacting with patients, families, visitors, physicians, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Commitment to patient safety, compassionate care, quality outcomes, confidentiality, and professional accountability.
• Ability to remain calm, focused, flexible, and responsive in a fast-paced Labor & Delivery and surgical environment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the surgical team in the scrub role during Labor & Delivery procedures by providing instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Anticipating providers’ and surgical team members’ needs and responding efficiently throughout procedures.
• Maintaining sterile technique and applying infection prevention principles.
• Handling, organizing, passing, and maintaining instruments and supplies.
• Preparing and maintaining the surgical suite, PACU, and labor rooms between procedures.
• Maintaining adequate supplies in the OR, PACU, and Labor & Delivery areas through inventory management.
• Processing instruments per infection control policies and procedures.
• Cleaning, maintaining, and preparing unit-specific medical equipment.
• Providing direct routine patient care under supervision while supporting safety, comfort, dignity, and confidentiality.
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, anesthesia providers, and other perioperative professionals for coordinated care.
• Responding appropriately during emergencies as a team member.
• Identifying and reporting safety concerns and initiating work orders when appropriate.
• Following organizational policies, infection control standards, and professional expectations.
• Maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Participating in continuing education and professional development.
• Performing additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Surgical instrumentation

Aseptic technique

Patient safety

Communication

Multitasking

Prioritization

Professionalism

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Scrub Tech program

NBSTSA CST Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Title: Labor & Delivery Technician

Location: Monmouth Medical Center

Department Name: Labor & Delivery

Req #: 0000263672

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $35.05 - $42.97 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Labor & Delivery Scrub Technician

The Labor & Delivery Scrub Technician functions as an essential member of the perioperative team, supporting safe, efficient, and patient-centered care throughout surgical procedures in the Labor & Delivery suite. This role assists providers and nursing staff during procedures, maintains surgical instruments and equipment, supports operating room and PACU readiness, and contributes to infection prevention, patient safety, and smooth surgical workflow.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Assisting the surgical team in the scrub role during Labor & Delivery surgical procedures by providing appropriate instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Anticipating providers’ and surgical team members’ needs and responding efficiently throughout procedures, including adapting appropriately when a case deviates from the expected course.
• Maintaining strict sterile technique and applying principles of asepsis and infection prevention throughout surgical procedures.
• Taking responsibility for surgical instruments during operative procedures, including accurately handling, organizing, passing, and maintaining instruments and supplies.
• Preparing and maintaining the surgical suite, PACU, and labor rooms between procedures and patients to promote safe, efficient, and organized patient care.
• Maintaining adequate supplies in the operating room, PACU, and Labor & Delivery areas through effective organization and inventory management.
• Processing surgical instruments used within the specialty area in accordance with established infection prevention policies and procedures.
• Cleaning, maintaining, and preparing unit-specific medical equipment according to infection control guidelines and manufacturer instructions for use.
• Providing direct routine patient care activities under the supervision of nurses and providers while supporting patient safety, comfort, dignity, and confidentiality.
• Collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, anesthesia providers, and other perioperative team members to promote coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Responding appropriately during emergency situations as a member of the surgical team under the direction of supervisory personnel.
• Identifying and reporting safety concerns, including hazardous environments or equipment issues, and initiating work orders when appropriate.
• Following organizational policies, procedures, patient rights, infection prevention standards, and professional expectations.
• Maintaining confidentiality of patient communications and records.
• Participating in continuing education and professional development to strengthen clinical knowledge, technical skills, and perioperative competency.
• Performing additional duties as assigned or directed by management.

This role might be for you if:

• You are passionate about providing safe, precise, and patient-centered support in a fast-paced Labor & Delivery surgical environment.
• You remain calm, focused, and adaptable during routine, complex, and emergency surgical procedures.
• You have strong attention to detail and understand the importance of maintaining sterile technique, aseptic practices, and accurate surgical instrumentation.
• You take pride in anticipating providers’ and surgical team members’ needs and responding quickly when procedures or patient needs change unexpectedly.
• You possess strong multitasking, organizational, and prioritization skills while maintaining accuracy and composure under pressure.
• You recognize the importance of proper instrument processing, equipment maintenance, infection prevention, and operating room preparation in achieving safe patient outcomes.
• You value clear communication and collaborative teamwork with physicians, nurses, anesthesia providers, and other perioperative professionals.
• You demonstrate compassion, professionalism, accountability, and respect for patient rights, privacy, and dignity.
• You are committed to continuous learning and maintaining current knowledge of surgical techniques, instrumentation, infection control standards, and perioperative best practices.
• You believe patient safety and high-quality surgical care depend on vigilance, preparation, teamwork, and consistent adherence to professional and organizational standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a certified Scrub Technician/Surgical Technologist program.
• Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association.
• 2–3 years of operating room experience preferred.
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation, aseptic technique, infection prevention, and perioperative practices.
• Ability to anticipate surgical team needs and adapt effectively during complex or unexpected procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to organize work, establish priorities, multitask, and work independently with minimal supervision while seeking guidance when appropriate.
• Demonstrated professionalism when interacting with patients, families, visitors, physicians, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Commitment to patient safety, compassionate care, quality outcomes, confidentiality, and professional accountability.
• Ability to remain calm, focused, flexible, and responsive in a fast-paced Labor & Delivery and surgical environment.