Surgical Technologist - Part-Time - Labor and Delivery - OB

Christiana Care Health System; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Operating Room Technician to join their surgical team. The role involves providing skilled nursing care across various patient demographics during surgical procedures. In this full-time position, you will play a crucial role in promoting patient comfort, assisting in care plans, and addressing crises effectively. Qualifications include a high school diploma and ORT training, with preferred experience in a surgical environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, with ORT training preferred.
• 2 years ORT experience preferred or equivalent education.
• Required credentials: BCLS and in-service training.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team and provide nursing care for various patient populations.
• Ensure patient comfort and participate in nursing care plans.
• Scrub on all procedures and respond to crisis situations.

Skills

Patient Comfort

Communication

Crisis Management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of accredited Operating Room Technician program

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

To assist the surgical team under the supervision of a professional nurse, providing skilled nursing care for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients undergoing surgical procedures.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs assigned procedures to promote patient comfort and well-being.
• Assists in updating physician reference sheets.
• Participates in nursing care plans and functions effectively as part of the team.
• Demonstrates ability to scrub on all procedures, from minor to major surgeries.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, staff, and physicians using both written and verbal methods.
• Responds appropriately to crisis situations as per unit standards, initiates interventions within scope, and notifies the RN as needed.
• Maintains required credentials such as BCLS and completes mandatory in-service training.
• Demonstrates the skills and knowledge necessary to provide appropriate care for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Schedule: 48 hours bi-weekly

Shift: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m., including weekends and rotating nights on any weekday shift

Weekend/Holiday Commitment: Every 3rd weekend and 2 holidays per year.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Operating Room Technician program; or a minimum of 2 years ORT experience preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.