OB Surgical Technician: Critical OR Support & Care

Hackensack Meridian Health; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 34,368 - 48,948; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in Perth Amboy, NJ, seeks an OB Technician to support obstetric care across the OR, PACU, and labor rooms. The role involves multi-skilled tasks under RN supervision and adherence to sterile technique to ensure patient safety and comfort.

You will assist surgeons during procedures such as Cesarean sections, manage supply readiness, and promptly communicate patient changes to the nursing team. A GED, BLS, and prior PCT experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• One year hospital PCT experience preferred.
• Certified OB Technician or Certified Surgical Tech (or meeting NJ certification law) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists and supports nursing staff with direct and indirect patient care under RN direction.
• Maintains readiness of OR, PACU, labor rooms supplies and instruments.
• Maintains sterile technique and proper counts of sponges/instruments.
• Assists surgeons in operating room procedures such as Cesarean, Hysterectomy, D&C, and related repairs.
• Communicates patient status and changes to the nurse promptly.
• Ensures patient belongings are secured and properly labelled for discharge/transfer.

Skills

PCT experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health in Perth Amboy, NJ, seeks an OB Technician to support obstetric care across the OR, PACU, and labor rooms. The role involves multi-skilled tasks under RN supervision and adherence to sterile technique to ensure patient safety and comfort.

You will assist surgeons during procedures such as Cesarean sections, manage supply readiness, and promptly communicate patient changes to the nursing team. A GED, BLS, and prior PCT experience are preferred.