OB Technician - Night Shift 7p-7a

American Addiction Centers • Libertyville, IL

19h • $23 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

OB Technician - Night Shift 7p-7a

Department: 35000 Advocate Condell Medical Center - Obstetrics/Gynecology Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Full time day shift orientation 40 hours per week Every 3rd weekend Every 3rd holiday 12 hours of mandatory on-call every 3 weeks Pay Range $22.90 - $34.35 Scheduled Hours: Full Time; Night Shift 7:00 pm to 7:00 am with rotating every 3rd weekend and every 3rd holiday. Mandatory on-call 12-hour shift every 3 weeks. Orientation: Full Time - Day Shift 40 hours per week

Requirements

• Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Nursing Assistant.
• Basic computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, use of electronic mail and electronic medical records systems.
• Successfully complete on the job training.
• Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop rapport and maintain positive relationships with a variety of patients, family, staff and physicians.
• Good organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs. over the head, carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance, push/ pull with 30 labs. Of force, perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Push or pull 100 lbs.
• Will be required to use foot pedals on carts and machines.
• Will be required to wear protective clothing.
• Will be exposed to the following hazards on a continuing basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift.
• Must have functional sight and hearing.
• Operate all equipment necessary to perform job.

Responsibilities

• Assists with obstetrical procedures, including cesarean section, vaginal deliveries, vacuum extraction, forceps deliveries, tubal ligations, dilation and curettage (D&C), circumcisions, and emergency, OB- related abdominal hysterectomies.
• Maintains knowledge of setups for each procedure.
• Scrubs for obstetrical procedures which includes applying aseptic surgical techniques to create/maintain sterile field, preparing materials equipment and supplies for surgical cases, assisting with gowning and gloving, draping of sterile area, and passing all instruments and supplies.
• Assists with delivery procedures.
• Prepares area in accordance with obstetric provider preference.
• Assists in direct patient care activities of daily living, comfort and safety needs.
• Serves as a resource for training technicians, RN staff and others in the use of equipment and procedures.
• Maintains stock of sterile, surgical supplies and instruments.
• Maintains the unit area in readiness for all types of emergencies.
• Maintains, cleans and stocks equipment.
• Reports and/or documents accurate and timely information regarding patient condition to the appropriate person.
• Collaborates with the operating room staff, clinical nurse specialist, educators and peers in preparation for equipment and procedure implementation and emergency situations.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.
• Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Benefits

• Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED