Per Diem OB Technician

Wyckoff Heights Medical Center•, NY

13d

About The Position

The OB Technician supports the Labor and Delivery department by scrubbing for obstetric procedures, maintaining sterile technique, preparing and handling instruments and supplies, and assisting nursing staff with patient care. The role also helps prepare and maintain Labor and Delivery rooms and operating rooms, supports emergency care, and performs assigned documentation and clerical tasks. The technician works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members to provide professional, compassionate support to patients and families.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Knowledge of obstetric procedures, surgical instrumentation, sterile technique, and infection-prevention practices.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective in a fast-paced Labor & Delivery environment.
Ability to stand for extended periods and assist with patient positioning, lifting, and movement of equipment and supplies.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology or OB Technician program, preferred or required based on organizational requirements.
Previous experience as an OB Technician, Surgical Technician, or Patient Care Technician (PCT) in an acute-care or Labor & Delivery setting preferred.
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or OB Technician certification, preferred or required based on organizational requirements.

Responsibilities

Function as a scrub person during Cesarean sections, vaginal deliveries, D&Cs, cervical repairs, and other obstetric procedures.
Maintain sterile technique and the sterile field throughout surgical procedures.
Prepare, organize, and pass surgical instruments and supplies during procedures.
Perform accurate sponge, needle, and instrument counts in collaboration with nursing staff.
Prepare, clean, stock, and maintain Labor & Delivery rooms and operating rooms.
Ensure instruments, equipment, linens, and supplies are available and ready for use.
Assist Registered Nurses with direct and indirect patient care activities, including vital signs, hygiene, positioning, transportation, and comfort measures.
Assist the healthcare team promptly and effectively during emergency and high-acuity situations.
Collect and document patient information as assigned.
Assist with birth certificate information, paternity declaration forms, and other required documentation.
Answer telephone calls and provide clerical support for the department.
Accurately enter and update information in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Maintain a professional, compassionate, and supportive environment for patients and families.
Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team.