Surgical Technologist for Labor and Delivery

WVU; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU is seeking a Surgical Technologist for Labor and Delivery at Wheeling Hospital. The role involves providing intraoperative care by assisting the surgical team, utilizing quality aseptic technique, and preparing supplies for surgeries.

Qualifications include current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse or certification in surgical technology, as well as the ability to obtain Basic Life Support certification. Candidates should have at least two years of scrub experience, and the position requires physical stamina and the ability to lift weights.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse AND two years of scrub experience, OR completion of a Surgical Technology Program.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.
• One year of Surgical Technology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists surgical team by functioning as a scrub person during procedures.
• Utilizes aseptic technique in the OR.
• Monitors sterile field and performs sponge, instrument, and needle counts.

Skills

Surgical technology

Basic Life Support certification

Aseptic technique

Inventory management

Education

Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Surgical Technology Program

Job description

## Surgical Technologist for Labor and DeliveryApplylocations: Wheeling Hospital (WHH)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR26-32807## Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.Provides intraoperative care to patients by functioning as the scrub person assisting the surgical team during an operative procedure.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:****EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE, AND/OR LICENSURE:**1. Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse AND two (2) years of previous scrub experience,**OR** Completion of a Surgical Technology Program AND surgical technologist certification,2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:****EXPERIENCE:**1. One year of Surgical Technology experience.2. Advanced knowledge in desired specialty.**CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.1. Utilizes quality aseptic technique when working in an unsterile or sterile role in the OR.2. Assists the circulating RN in monitoring technique of all persons in the OR to maintain a sterile field.3. Performs sponge, instrument, and needle counts with the circulating RN following established guidelines.4. Assists with gowning and gloving surgeons and positioning equipment and instruments.5. Passes sterile instruments to the surgical team during a surgical procedure.6. Assists with transportation and positioning of the patients to include assisting the surgical team by holding retractors and position of operative limb under direction of surgeon.7. Prepares supplies and equipment for surgical procedure following preference cards.8. Assists with sterilization and maintenance of sterile and non-sterile supplies and equipment.9. Monitors inventory; orders; and restocks supplies, instruments, and equipment.10. Removes out-of-date items and discards or reprocesses following established guidelines.11. Assists with the general cleaning duties of the department.12. Performs equipment checks as assigned.13. Assists with the proper recording of patient charges.14. Call with a response time of 30 minutes.15. Serves as a mentor to the team and supports the development of level one technologistsFor facilities with specialty accreditation requirements:1. Completion of annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards. Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, In-services, and competency validation.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.1. Capable of prolonged periods of standing and walking.2. Ability to lift up to 40-pounds and push/pull heavy loaded carts up to 200 lbs.3. Possess visual, hearing, and oral acuity along with manual dexterity and technical ability.4. Ability to wear lead for extended periods of time.**WORKING ENVIRONMENT:** The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.**Additional Job Description:****Scheduled Weekly Hours:**36**Shift:****Exempt/Non-Exempt:**United States of America (Non-Exempt)**Company:**WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.**Cost Center:**37 WH Nursing Labor and Delivery**Address:**1 Medical Park DriveWheelingWest Virginia