OB Surgical Technician I-L&D - 12hr 7p-7:30a EOWE

Hurley•Flint, MI

About The Position

Performs a variety of duties in the obstetrical area in support of quality patient care. Participates in quality assessment and continuous quality improvement activities and complies with applicable safety and infection-control standards. Performs duties in a courteous, customer-focused manner according to the Hurley Family Standards of Behavior. Works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager or designee, who reviews work for compliance with established policies and procedures, and under the supervision of an RN or MLPN. May assist in directing ancillary nursing personnel assigned to the obstetrical area.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED equivalent.
Completion of an accredited or military Surgical Technology Program.
Sufficient strength to lift moderately heavy objects.
Ability to understand and execute verbal and written orders.
Ability to maintain required records and provide verbal and written reports.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians, Medical Center employees, and the general public.
Must obtain BLS certification upon starting the position and maintain certification according to AHA guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Certification or eligibility for certification as a Surgical Technician from the National Association of Certified Surgical Technology is preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs the role of scrub person to assist with obstetrical procedures.
Prepares, locates, and maintains supplies and equipment for patient care, cesarean sections, and other obstetrical procedures; orders supplies as needed.
Assists the Registered Nurse with circulation for vaginal delivery; sets up the delivery room and warmer; transports specimens to the appropriate department.
Maintains fetal monitoring equipment and supplies, troubleshoots faulty equipment, refers problems, and reports fetal monitor status to the charge nurse or Nurse Manager.
Cleans instruments and equipment used in obstetric procedures, reports low stock levels, and disposes of delivery waste.
Safely transports and transfers patients before and after procedures and maintains the integrity of patient property.
Assists with patient care as directed and helps nursing staff greet patients and families and direct or escort them to the appropriate area.
Assists patients with gowns and getting into bed, and promptly communicates observations and activities to the appropriate party.
Uses effective judgment to understand, respond to, and, when appropriate, treat the unique needs of the patient age groups served.
Performs other related duties as required and uses improvements and technology relevant to the job assignment.