Surgical - Obstetrics (OB) Technologist - Labor and Delivery, Full Time, Nights

Mary Washington Healthcare; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare is seeking an OB Surgical Technologist to assist in preparing Delivery and Operating Rooms, aiding the nursing staff, and ensuring sterile technique throughout obstetric and gynecologic procedures.

Under RN supervision, you will document care in the EMR, support patient perioperative care, and contribute to a safe, organized operating environment in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an approved formal program in OR tech/surgical scrub tech/ Surgical Technology.
• Registration with the Virginia Board of Medicine as Surgical Technologist or Surgical Assistant required.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Delivery and OR rooms with instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment.
• Assist RN and surgical team during operative procedures.
• Maintain aseptic technique when opening sterile supplies and during setup.
• Document care provided in the electronic medical record.
• Assist with turnover and stocking between cases.
• Support patient care activities as delegated by RN and communicate safety throughout perioperative care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Multi-tasking

Effective communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Operating Room Technology/Surgical Scrub Tech/Surgical Technology program

Job description

Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN), the OB Surgical Technologist is responsible for preparing the Delivery and Operating Rooms with necessary equipment, aiding nursing staff, performing patient care activities as delegated by a RN, and maintaining patient care supplies.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the care team in the formation of the patient’s plan of care to achieve desired outcomes for the patient based on physician preference cards, current assessment findings, diagnostic reports, and standards of care/practice.
• Provides input for changes to physician preference cards according to surgeon's request.
• Maintains and cares for equipment and supplies.
• Prepares Delivery and OR rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment.
• Follows aseptic technique in opening sterile supplies and during set up for specific obstetrics and gynecology procedures.
• Drapes patients and assists the surgical team during operative procedures.
• Communicates safe therapeutic care for patient throughout the patient’s perioperative experience.
• Documents all care provided to the patient in the electronic medical record.
• Assists in turnover and stocking of room between cases.
• Maintains a safe and orderly environment.
• Performs patient support duties under the direction of a RN, which may include, but are not limited to: venipuncture and starting IVs; obtaining vital signs, weights, and/or blood glucose; collecting, labeling, and transporting specimens; assisting with ambulation, toileting, and/or bathing and linen changes; inserting foley catheters and documenting input/output; assisting with newborn screening, and providing oral feeding and diapering to babies, as appropriate.
• Participates in hospital-wide infection control plan and quality improvement process.
• Demonstrates effective communication, customer service, and team building skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required. Graduate of an approved formal program to include one of the following: Operating Room Technology, Surgical Scrub Tech, or Surgical Technology (six months experience preferred); or Practitioners who were actively practicing or attending a training program prior to October 1, 2022, who were permitted to register with the Virginia Board of Medicine under a transition period. Registration with the Virginia Board of Medicine as a Surgical Technologist or Surgical Assistant required. AHA BLS Provider CPR required. MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.

Required Physical Requirements

• Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands
• Frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting
• Ability to lift 35 lbs.
• Ability to push and pull 20 lbs.
• Auditory and visual skills to include color determination
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Ability to reach above/overhead

Mental Requirements

• Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team
• Capacity to cope with difficult situations
• Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards

• Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals
• Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Compensation Pay Range

$29.43 - $41.20

Working at Mary Washington Healthcare

Whether you are a new grad, experienced clinical professional or wanting to begin a career in healthcare, there is no better place than Mary Washington Healthcare. As a Great Place to Work-Certified company we treat our Associates like family – with respect, understanding, and communication. Safety is our top priority As a healthcare system, patient and Associate safety is our priority which is why all Associates will be required to take the following vaccines*: Annual flu vaccine; MWHC reserves the right to amend this list at any time. Medical and Religious exemptions may apply,. Will be discussed at interview.