OB Scrub Technician

Next Move Healthcare•White Plains, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A healthcare organization in White Plains, New York, is seeking an OB Scrub Technician to support surgical procedures within the Labor & Delivery department. Working under the direction of nursing leadership and Registered Nurses, the OB Scrub Technician will prepare and handle instruments, supplies, and equipment during operative procedures, maintain sterile technique, anticipate surgeon needs, and support safe, efficient patient care. This role requires strong knowledge of surgical asepsis, instrumentation, and operative workflow. Prior Surgical Technologist experience is preferred.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification
Meets New York State requirements to practice as a Surgical Technologist through one of the following pathways: Graduate of a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited Surgical Technology program with current CST certification, or Completion of an eligible military Surgical Technology program, or Meets applicable New York State grandfathering requirements, or Qualified through applicable federal-service provisions
Certification through a nationally accredited Surgical Technologist credentialing organization, such as Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), when required under the applicable pathway
Strong knowledge of sterile technique and surgical instrumentation
Ability to work effectively in high-acuity and emergency situations
Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills

Nice To Haves

Previous Surgical Technologist experience
Previous OB, Labor & Delivery, or cesarean-section surgical experience
Experience working in a hospital-based operating room
Familiarity with specimen handling and cord blood gas collection

Responsibilities

Prepare instruments, supplies, and equipment before surgical procedures
Scrub, set up, and assist intraoperatively
Anticipate surgeon and procedural needs throughout each case
Maintain strict sterile technique at all times
Perform instrument, sponge, and supply counts according to established protocols
Assist with preparation and picking of operating room cases
Collect and properly label cord blood gas specimens during deliveries
Assist surgeons and Registered Nurses with post-procedure care
Handle and label specimens according to established standards
Prepare instruments for decontamination and reprocessing
Identify and report malfunctioning equipment
Follow infection-prevention, fire-safety, and patient-safety standards
Respond appropriately during emergency situations
Complete required competencies and mandatory in-services
Maintain required continuing education
Support efficient use of supplies and cost-containment practices
Perform other related surgical and Labor & Delivery responsibilities as assigned