OB Surgical Tech - Certified - FT

Under the general supervision of the Family Birth Place Director and the direct supervision of a Charge Nurse, the OB Technician is responsible for providing surgical scrub on minor and major surgical procedures dependent on individual competencies and assisting in vaginal deliveries. In this highly technical, fast-paced, and challenging position, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for our patients. The OB Technician assists with patient care to provide support services to the patient, nursing unit, and professional staff. Job Requirements: Knowledge of basic nursing assistant duties, additional training in L&D procedures and scrub techniques with demonstration of ability to perform related tasks. OR Tech Certification preferred.

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the Family Birth Place Director and the direct supervision of a Charge Nurse, the OB Technician is responsible for providing surgical scrub on minor and major surgical procedures dependent on individual competencies, assisting in vaginal deliveries, and performing various patient care tech duties as assigned. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Certified as a Scrub Technician in Arkansas preferred.
• Current CPR.
• Previous experience in hospital or surgical setting preferred.

• Must be able to demonstrate a basic working knowledge of surgical equipment, instruments and procedures.

• Must be able to set priorities and perform under stressful situations.

• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge in use of aseptic techniques.

• Must be able to recognize and correct immediately any breaks in aseptic technique.

• Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Must be able to work a change in shift, or flexible hours when the work requires such changes.

• Must be able to communicate effectively with hospital staff.

• Must be able to demonstrate patient-centered/patient-valued behaviors.