Surgical/Scrub Tech - Labor and Delivery

University of Arkansas; United States; Remote; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Surgical Scrub Technician to join its Labor and Delivery team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing surgical instruments, maintaining a sterile environment, and providing essential support during procedures. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and have graduated from an accredited program, alongside solid communication skills and a strong work ethic.

Benefits

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution

Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Merchant Discounts

Concierge prescription delivery

Qualifications

• 1 year of previous experience as a Surgical Scrub Technologist required.
• Preferred: 2 years experience with current BLS.

Responsibilities

• Assembles supplies for surgical procedures and maintains the sterile field.
• Assists in room preparation in Labor and Delivery.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong work ethics

Accountability

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Graduate of an Accredited Surgical Technologist Program

Job description

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Closing Date:

07/19/2025
Type of Position: Other Health Care - Research Support
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: Shift Vary (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department: ICE | WISL Nursing Services L&D IP C

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Summary of Job Duties: The Surgical Scrub Technician assembles supplies for surgical procedures, maintains the sterile field, passes surgical instruments, and assists in room preparation in Labor and Delivery (E5).

UAMS Labor and Delivery unit is located in the Harry P. Ward Clinical Tower. The unit consists of 14 LDR rooms, four triage observational beds, two operating rooms suites, a three bed recovery room area and two state of the art Neonatal Stabilization rooms used to stabilize acutely ill neonates with specially trained staff from the Intensive Care Nursery. Labor and Delivery provides high-risk obstetrical care for patients all over the state. On average, this unit performs approximately 300-330 deliveries per month. The LDR rooms allow the expectant mother to labor, deliver, and recover in the birthing suites with family support. E5 Labor and Delivery supports patient and family centered care and as a result, the newborns, if stable, are allowed to stay with their mother’s after delivery to promote bonding.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED

• Must be a Graduate of an Accredited Surgical Technologist Program.

• Must have One (1)year of previous experience as a Surgical Scrub Technologist.

• Excellent communication skills

• Strong work ethics, and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of previous experience as a Surgical Scrub Technologist with current BLS.

Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Ensures that the room has been prepared for the upcoming cases, with appropriate equipment available and ready for use.

• Ensures that the instruments are cleaned arranged and transported to the soiled utility room according to department policy.

• Assists with instrument reprocessing tasks when assigned cases are completed and time permits; Ensures that the operating rooms are case-ready for the following day’s cases.

• Admits and discharges patients, ensure front desk logs and phone books are maintained, and manage infant security system alarms as needed.

• Sets up rooms in preparation for new admissions, ensure ante-rooms and patient rooms are stocked and complete other duties as assigned.

• Participates in continuing education by completing the required staff development hours annually and in professional/institutional advancement of self and co-workers.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [e-mail] for any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity: Grasping, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pushing, Reaching
Occasional Physical Activity: Crouching, Pulling, Repetitive Motion, Stooping
Benefits Eligible: Yes