Surgical Technician - Labor and Delivery - PM (749)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance programs

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs

Paid parental leave

PSLF program eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL seeks a Surgical Technologist to scrub and assist the operating room team. You will pre-operatively prepare patients, prepare environment and equipment, and transport patients as needed, ensuring adherence to hospital regulations and patient care standards.

This full-time role offers growth through robust training, comprehensive benefits, and educational assistance. ACLS/BLS certification may be required, with opportunities across a diverse surgical setting within

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of Surgical Technologist program or equivalent.
• Certified CST or eligible to sit within six months; BLS required within 30 days.
• ACLS and/or PALS may be required depending on unit.

Responsibilities

• Scrub and assist surgical team during basic procedures.
• Prepare and maintain environment, equipment and supplies for procedures.
• Follow hospital regulations regarding patient care.
• Pre-operatively prepare patient and transport to the operating room as required.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

ACLS

PALS

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of Surgical Technologist program

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or eligibility

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $20.30 - $33.00 / hour

Shifts: full-time PM,

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Description

To scrub and assist surgical team during basic surgical procedures. To prepare and maintain the environment, medical equipment and supplies for surgical procedures. To follow hospital regulations and industry procedures regarding patient care. To pre-operatively prepare patient. To transport patient to and from the operating room as required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of a Surgical Technologist program or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Certified upon completion of the Surgical Technologist program or eligible to sit for certification within six months of being hired. Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment. Depending on the unit/department, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama's largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year - from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital - ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state's first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital - along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent's hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you're seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there's a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you'll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.