OB SURGICAL TECH-CERTIFIED

Methodist Hospitals; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Hospitals seeks a skilled Surgical Technologist to support obstetrical care. You will assist in the operating and delivery rooms, scrub for OB procedures, perform counts, and maintain sterile technique. Duties include stocking supplies, organizing equipment, and supporting the birth certificate process.

Strong knowledge of sterile procedures and teamwork in high-stress environments is essential. Certification timing and experience in labor and delivery enhance candidacy.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in surgical technology from an accredited institution.
• Healthcare/Medical - Surgical Services is preferred.
• Certified Surgical Technologist preferred.
• Surgical Technologist certification within one year of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hourly rounds on patients and obtain vital signs.
• Set up and prepare OR and delivery rooms; ensure cleanliness and turnover.
• Perform scrub duties for obstetrical procedures (C-section, hysterectomy, D&C, placenta removal).
• Perform instrument and sponge count at procedure start and end.
• Restock supplies in OB areas and organize equipment for next case.
• Maintain physician preference file.
• Take inventory and rotate stock; prepare orders for manager signature.
• Assist with birth certificate worksheet and transmittal to State.

Skills

Sterile technique

L&D knowledge

Independent work

Stress management

Team collaboration

Communication

Universal precautions

Equipment handling

Sharps handling

Notary eligibility

Education

Associates degree in surgical technology

Healthcare/Medical - Surgical Services preferred

Certified Surgical Technologist preferred

Certification within 1 year of hire

Job description

Overview

Provides technical support and assistance to nurses and physicians in the care and delivery of pregnant women. Ensures supplies and equipment are readily available, safe and clean, and ensures patient environment is maintained.

Responsibilities

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Functions)

• Conducts hourly rounds on patients and obtains vital signs as needed. S
• ets up and prepares operating rooms and delivery rooms, in accordance with instructions, and physician preference. Ensures rooms are cleaned and turned over timely. Prepares instruments and equipment for central sterilization department, and safely removes sharps.
• Performs scrub duties for obstetrical procedures, to include Cesarean section, hysterectomy, D&C and removal of placenta.
• Performs instrument and sponge count at beginning and conclusion of procedure.
• Restocks supplies in OB operating rooms, OB recovery rooms, labor and delivery rooms, patient rooms and nurseries. Organizes equipment and ensures equipment is returned to original state, ready for the next case.
• Maintains individual physician preference file.
• Takes inventory of instruments, sutures and patient care supplies. Checks supplies for expiration date and rotates stock. Prepares equipment and supply orders for manager’s signature.
• Assists with completion of birth certificate worksheet, in identified sections, and with transmittal of worksheets to the State.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of sterile technique.
• Considerable knowledge of basic Labor and Delivery process, and surgical instruments and their proper use.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to handle stressful situations professionally.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the team and physicians.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Considerable knowledge of Universal Precautions in handling blood and bodily fluids.
• Working knowledge of proper equipment use, delivery beds, C-section table, and fetal monitor.
• Working knowledge of safe handling of sharps, cleaning supplies, and other chemicals.
• Meets eligibility requirements to be commissioned as a Notary Public in the state of practice, if needed.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Associates degree in surgical technology is requried from an accredited educational institution.
• Healthcare/Medical - Surgical Services is preferred.
• Certified Sugical Technologist preferred. Surgical Technologist certification within one year of hire is required.

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIORMeets the Standards of Behavior as outlined in Personnel Policy and Procedure #1, Employee Relations Code.CONFIDENTIALITY/HIPAA/CORPORATE COMPLIANCEDemonstrates knowledge of procedures for protecting and maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family, organizational and other medical information. Understands and supports the commitment of Methodist Hospitals in adhering to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing ethical business practices for healthcare providers.DISCLAIMER - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.