Surgical Technologist I – L&D
About The Position
We are looking for a Surgical Technologist I, someone who’s ready to grow with our company. In this position, you will handle instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure, assisting the physician while performing related patient care duties in an age-appropriate manner as assigned by the circulating nurse (RN). Think you’ve got what it takes? Job Duties & Responsibilities Prepares and assists with the preparation of the operating room according to the needs and age appropriateness of the patient and the surgical procedure as evidenced by the following, but not limited to: knowledge of surgical pathology as related to the planned surgical intervention; knowledge of allergies (awareness of high risk groups for latex allergy); knowledge and preparation of special equipment i.e., implants, prostheses, instrumentation per procedure/preference, and medications. Anticipates surgeon needs and ensures efficient, safe, and high-quality workflow during procedures. Provides expert support during obstetric emergencies, including: Postpartum hemorrhage Emergency cesarean section (STAT C-section) Uterine rupture Operative vaginal delivery (forceps, vacuum) Leads the management of OB surgical inventory, instruments, and supplies. Acts as the on-shift resource for staff to support room readiness, stocking, and procedural flow. Serves as preceptor for new technologists and cross-training staff. Models high reliability behaviors and safe surgical practices Knowledge of obstetrical surgical procedures, instruments, and sterile technique. Familiarity with neonatal safety and L&D workflows. Understanding of OB emergency response algorithms and equipment. Adequate technical ability in cesarean section, hysterectomy, and post partum hemorrhage case setup and support. Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, especially under stress. Effective communication and leadership presence without formal authority. Ability to coordinate workflow among staff and serve as a resource. Skilled in equipment troubleshooting and supply management.
Requirements
- Educational program completion for surgical technologists which may include operating room/surgical training completed in the army, navy, air force, marine corps, or coast guard of the United States or in the United States Public Health Service
- CST-SUR - Cert-Cert Surgical TECH by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting -OR- TSC-NCCT - Cert-TECH Surgery - Certified NCCT by the National Center for Competency Testing
- Knowledge of obstetrical surgical procedures, instruments, and sterile technique.
- Familiarity with neonatal safety and L&D workflows.
- Understanding of OB emergency response algorithms and equipment.
- Adequate technical ability in cesarean section, hysterectomy, and post partum hemorrhage case setup and support.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, especially under stress.
- Effective communication and leadership presence without formal authority.
- Ability to coordinate workflow among staff and serve as a resource.
- Skilled in equipment troubleshooting and supply management.
Nice To Haves
- Some experience as a Surgical Technologist preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepares and assists with the preparation of the operating room according to the needs and age appropriateness of the patient and the surgical procedure
- Anticipates surgeon needs and ensures efficient, safe, and high-quality workflow during procedures.
- Provides expert support during obstetric emergencies, including: Postpartum hemorrhage Emergency cesarean section (STAT C-section) Uterine rupture Operative vaginal delivery (forceps, vacuum)
- Leads the management of OB surgical inventory, instruments, and supplies.
- Acts as the on-shift resource for staff to support room readiness, stocking, and procedural flow.
- Serves as preceptor for new technologists and cross-training staff.
- Models high reliability behaviors and safe surgical practices
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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