Surgical Technologist - Woodwinds L&D

Fairview Health Services•Woodbury, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Fairview is hiring a Surgical Technologist for the Labor and Delivery Department at Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury, Minnesota. The role supports surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, arranging and passing instruments to surgeons, and maintaining a sterile environment under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. The OB surgical technologist assists with all cesarean-section cases in the maternity operating room; the typical caseload is one to two cases per shift. The position also supports maternity-department patient care, including collecting vital signs and weights, completing activities of daily living, and conducting newborn hearing screenings. Other duties include cleaning and stocking labor equipment. Woodwinds is an 82-bed community hospital with approximately 2,000 deliveries annually. This is a 0.6 FTE position, scheduled for 48 hours every two weeks on day shift from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The schedule includes every other weekend and holiday rotation, with no call.

Requirements

By the hire date, complete one of the following: Military Surgical Assistant; LPN licensed in Minnesota as a Surgical Assistant; or Surgical Technologist training.
Basic Life Support (BLS) through Health Care Providers, or ability to obtain it by the hire date.
Knowledge of the physical, psychosocial, and cognitive developmental needs of the population served.
Knowledge of age-appropriate outcomes and interventions.
Demonstrated ability to work under stress in a variety of situations.
Ability to work well in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
AST certification or certification eligibility at time of hire.
One to three years of surgical technologist experience.

Responsibilities

Supply appropriate instruments, suture, and specialty items.
Maintain aseptic technique during all sterile procedures.
Ensure accurate identification and handling of specimens.
Count all required sponges, sharps, and instruments.
Ensure supplies and equipment are available and functioning accurately.
Modify clinical interventions based on the population served.
Promote a culture of improvement, efficiency, and innovative thinking.
Anticipate the surgeon’s needs.
Follow appropriate actions in emergency situations.
Assist with all cesarean-section cases in the maternity operating room.
Support maternity-department patient care, including collecting vital signs and weights and completing activities of daily living.
Conduct hearing screenings for newborns.
Clean and stock labor equipment daily.