Obstetrical Technician Labor & Delivery Full Time Nights

LE0030 Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley in Pleasanton, CA is seeking an Obstetrical Technician to assist the RN in the Labor & Delivery unit, focusing on cesarean section prep, anesthesia supplies, and patient comfort.

You will prepare delivery areas, set up baby cribs, transfer mother and newborn as needed, maintain equipment, and support staff with sterile technique and basic clerical duties. Evening/night shift is required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalency.
• Six (6) months Surgical Tech or OB Tech experience required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification.
• Completion of scrub technician certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with setting the patient up in their room and may admit the patient.
• Prepares for delivery by setting up delivery table and supplies.
• Prepares and passes instruments, sutures, sponges and supplies for procedures.
• Maintains anesthesia supplies and equipment and ensures carts are stocked.
• Transports mother and newborn as needed and assists with clean-up and restocking.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication

Team player

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Attention to detail

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Scrub technician certification

BLS certification

Job description

Night - 12 Hour (United States of America)

Job Summary

The Obstetrical Technician, under direction and supervision of an RN, will perform selected activities in the L&D unit directly related to preparing and scrubbing for cesarean sections; preparing and maintaining anesthesia supplies and the equipment in the Labor & Delivery Department. Performs various patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of the patient.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed below are general examples and not a description of comprehensive duties. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing nature or scope of this position or level of responsibility.

May be asked to perform other duties as assigned.

• Assists with setting the patient up in their room, may admit patient, pick up from ER.
• Provides comfort measures-ice chips, changes under pads, helps with patient positing and serves and retrieves meal trays as appropriate.
• Prepares for delivery by setting up delivery table, assures baby table and all supplies are readily available and functioning.
• Sets up baby cribs and radiant warmers in nursery.
• Transfers stable mother and newborn from L/D to Maternal/Child.
• Transports well newborn from mother's room to nursery.
• Takes baby pictures Stocks LDRP rooms and nursery.
• Orders supplies for Maternal/Child Department as needed.
• Prepares and passes instruments, sutures, sponges and supplies needed in the operative procedure and maintains a correct count.
• Assists the L/D staff during delivery as directed.
• Assists in care of specimens, and ensures specimen is delivered to lab.
• Assists with the clean-up, restocking of supplies and sterilization or room post birth.
• Responsible for daily maintenance of anesthesia and equipment.
• Check anesthesia carts and epidural carts for appropriate supply levels and ensures equipment is in working order.
• Performs basic clerical functions as assigned.

Employee must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the C-I-CARE Standards of the Hospital. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford Healthcare Tri-Valley's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions.

Job Qualifications

Education

• High school graduate or equivalency.

Experience

• Six (6) months Surgical Tech or OB Tech experience required.

License/Certifications

• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification.
• Completion of scrub technician certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Good communication skills with the ability to read, write and understand the English language.
• Ability to work as a valued team member.
• Problem identification and resolution skills.
• Effective organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff, physicians and ancillary staff.
• Knowledgeable about current practice and compliance requirements within job role and specialty.
• Understands any age-related patient needs.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic clerical skills.

Physical Demand and Working Conditions

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley(SHCTV) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $31.94 - $41.20 per hour

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.

Company Culture

Few great things are ever truly done alone. Performing at the highest level and achieving your best requires support and a team of dedicated people focused on doing amazing things every day. If that sounds like the environment you've been looking for, then we've got a place for you. Stanford Health Care - Tri-Valley is seeking outstanding allied health, business, and nursing professionals to join our world-class team. Supported by a devoted staff and a progressive culture, we offer the freedom, opportunity, and respect your talent deserves. Not every job offers this; but here, we don't know how to work any other way.

We invite you to join our team!