Surgical Technician I - Labor & Delivery

WakeMed; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed is seeking a Surgical Technician, Labor and Delivery I to support surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in a fast-paced Labor and Delivery environment. The role focuses on maintaining a sterile surgical environment, preparing instruments, and assisting with patient care activities.

The position requires knowledge of sterile technique, ability to work as part of a collaborative team, and a commitment to patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduate Surgical Technology required or an Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology; Military training accepted.
• Certified Surgical Technologist preferred.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team during Labor and Delivery procedures while maintaining a safe and sterile environment.
• Prepare, maintain, and organize surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies before, during, and after procedures.
• Support patient care activities, including assisting with patients in triage as directed.
• Assist with operating room turnover, including procedure breakdown and preparation for future cases.
• Provide instrument care and support daily operations within the Labor and Delivery surgical area.

Skills

Sterile technique

Operating room practices

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Education

Graduate Surgical Technology

Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology

Military - Surgical Technology Training

Job description

Overview

At WakeMed, our mission is to improve the health and well-being of our community, and we do it by delivering outstanding, compassionate care.

Overview

At WakeMed, our mission is to improve the health and well-being of our community, and we do it by delivering outstanding, compassionate care.

We are hiring a Surgical Technician, Labor and Delivery I to join our Labor and Delivery team. In this role, you will support surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals by helping maintain a safe surgical environment, preparing equipment and supplies, and assisting with patient care activities. Your contributions will play an important role in ensuring safe and efficient care for patients and families.

What you'll do

• Assist the surgical team during Labor and Delivery procedures while maintaining a safe and sterile environment.
• Prepare, maintain, and organize surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies before, during, and after procedures.
• Support patient care activities, including assisting with patients in triage as directed.
• Assist with operating room turnover, including procedure breakdown and preparation for future cases.
• Provide instrument care and support daily operations within the Labor and Delivery surgical area.

Who you are

• Knowledgeable in surgical procedures, sterile technique, and operating room practices.
• Able to work effectively as part of a collaborative healthcare team.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to patient safety and quality care.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced Labor and Delivery environment.
• Dedicated to providing compassionate care and support to patients and families.

If you are passionate about supporting exceptional patient care and believe your experience aligns with this role, we encourage you to apply and join the WakeMed team.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

Certified Surgical Technologist Preferred

Education

Graduate Surgical Technology Required - Or Associate's Degree Surgical Technology Required - Or Military - Surgical Technology Required

Experience

No Experience Required