Perinatal Technician - Birth Center
About The Position
POSITION SUMMARY The Perinatal Technician is a non-licensed individual that provides a variety of support services for the nursing and medical staff in the Birth Center. This position is trained to scrub during cesarean sections and provide other patient care and non-patient care activities under the direction and supervision of a Charge Nurse. Collaborates with other members of the patient care team to provide care in accordance with the medical plan of care. Maintains positive public relations by interacting with patients, visitors, physicians and other staff members in a friendly and professional manner. Ensures the safe handling of infectious materials to protect patients, visitors and employees at all times. A NONPROFIT HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IN EL DORADO COUNTY Marshall is a nonprofit community healthcare provider located in the heart of the Sierra Foothills. Our history stems back to 1956, when the community banded together to build a modern hospital for El Dorado County. Since opening our doors in 1959, Marshall has been proud to maintain our status as an independent hospital whose governance remains local. Our mission is to improve the health of our community and offer health services of superior value and quality, centered on the goals and needs of our patients. We strive to deliver service that exceeds our patients’ expectations. Quality Care Marshall is routinely recognized in the top tier of hospitals in California by independent consumer healthcare groups, and we’re always striving to improve. Marshall’s Emergency Department is a verified Level III Trauma Center and our Stroke Program is not only distinguished as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission but also earned a Gold–Plus designation from the American Heart/American Stroke Association. Marshall’s Birth Center was also designated by the World Health Organization and UNICEF as a Baby Friendly® certified facility for breastfeeding advocacy. Serving El Dorado County & Surrounding Areas Marshall includes Marshall Hospital, a fully accredited acute care facility with 111 beds located in Placerville; several outpatient facilities in Cameron Park, Placerville, El Dorado Hills, and Georgetown; primary and specialty care clinics, more than 190 affiliated physicians and providers, as well as a team of more than 1,600 employees providing quality healthcare services to residents of El Dorado County. Marshall’s executive leadership is governed by a local board of directors who volunteer their time to represent the needs and interests of a growing community. Marshall also has a dedicated group of Auxiliary members, adult and junior volunteers that lend their support.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Has the physical and mental ability sufficient to accomplish the duties of a Perinatal Technician
- Computer familiarity required
- Must be able to follow instructions, work quickly and accurately in a fast paced environment
Nice To Haves
- Completion of an approved OR Tech/OB Tech course, preferred. (Completion of an approved technical course can be waived, to allow for in-house training.)
- Medical Assistant or CNA certification preferred
Responsibilities
- provide a variety of support services for the nursing and medical staff in the Birth Center
- trained to scrub during cesarean sections
- provide other patient care and non-patient care activities under the direction and supervision of a Charge Nurse
- Collaborates with other members of the patient care team to provide care in accordance with the medical plan of care
- Maintains positive public relations by interacting with patients, visitors, physicians and other staff members in a friendly and professional manner
- Ensures the safe handling of infectious materials to protect patients, visitors and employees at all times
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
