OB Technician (SEIU), Per Diem, Variable shift

Adventist Health; Templeton (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Twin Cities in Templeton, CA seeks a Surgical Technician to assist in labor, delivery and recovery. Responsibilities include assisting in obstetric procedures, maintaining sterile environments and coordinating supplies with the surgical team.

The role supports patient care before and after surgery, with emphasis on delivery-related staffing, vitals, I&O, and daily living activities for mothers and newborns.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent; Preferred
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience; Preferred
• Surgical Technician or Obstetrical Technician certification: Preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification: Required
• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA): Required

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparation of patient rooms using aseptic technique.
• Assists the surgical team during operative procedures, providing needed supplies and instruments.
• Assist nursing staff in deliveries as directed by nurse: preparation, positioning, transports, transfer and discharge of patient.
• Collects urinalysis specimens, records maternal vitals, weight, height and intake & output.
• Prepares, positions, transports, transfers and discharges patient.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Surgical assistance

Vital signs & I&O

Patient care support

Education

High School/GED

Associate’s/Technical degree

Surgical Technician certification

BLS certification

CNA certification

Job description

Located in Templeton amongst the oak trees, Adventist Health Twin Cities has been serving northern San Luis Obispo County since 1977. Comprised of a 122-bed acute care facility, our team provides exceptional care in emergency medicine, orthopedics, obstetrics, digestive disorders, wound care, and various medical, surgical and outpatient services. Locals enjoy weekly farmers markets in downtown Templeton, farm-to-fork dining, beautiful landscapes for hiking and biking, and beach days just fifteen minutes away at Cambria and Morro Bay.

Job Summary

Provides assistance in providing patient care during labor, delivery and recovery. Performs surgical scrub duties, maintains acceptable levels of supplies, and provides turnover of patient areas. Assists in the operating room with obstetrics related surgery. Assists with patient care before and after surgery. This position is represented by SEIU.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Surgical Technician or Obstetrical Technician certification: Preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS)certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Department Specific License/Certifications

• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA): Required

Essential Functions

• Assists in preparation of patient rooms. Opens sterile supplies and sets up for procedure utilizing aseptic technique, and checking integrity of sterile packaging.
• Assists the surgical team during operative procedures, providing needed supplies and instruments in a timely manner. Participates in the timeout on each case.
• Assist nursing staff in deliveries as directed by nurse: preparation, positioning, transports, transfer and discharge of patient.
• Collects urinalysis (UA) specimens. Takes and records maternal vital signs, weight, height and intake & output (I&O) measurements. Performs personal care services and assists with activities of daily living for patients in providing general care.
• Prepares, positions, transports, transfers and discharges patient.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.