OB Scrub Technician

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The OB Technician is certified or grandfathered to work in the Surgical Suite.
• Performs assigned duties under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse.
• Demonstrates positive behavior and the ability to implement a plan of care.
• This position requires a multi-skilled worker who will perform a variety of tasks related to the direct and indirect care of the antepartum and postpartum patient and in the maintenance of a clean and organized environment.
• Assists and supports nursing staff with the provision of direct and indirect care to the patient.
• Follows the plan of care as directed by the RN.
• Orders and stocks supply for OR, PACU, Labor Rooms and related areas such as warmers, scrub sinks, OR ante-room.
• Maintains readiness of instruments and supplies for OR and vaginal deliveries.
• Maintains sterile technique in the operative area including proper scrub, gown and glove techniques. Arrange the operative table appropriately.
• Passes instruments and maintains accurate sponge and instrument counts.
• Assists surgeon in the operating room with procedures such as Cesarean Section, Hysterectomy, Dilation and Curettage, manual removal of placenta, and repair of cervical laceration.
• Communicate patient information or potential problems to the nurse throughout the shift.
• Reports timely and accurate changes in the patient’s condition.
• Makes rounds and responds to patient/family requests for assistance promptly.
• Promptly answers call lights regardless of who is assigned to care for the patient.
• Collaborates to ensure patient belongings are promptly stored and valuables are safe.
• Ensures all belongings are properly gathered, labelled with patient identification and are sent with the patient who is discharged, transferred or expired.
• Exercises calm behavior and utilizes appropriate judgment while working in a team approach during emergencies.
• Appropriately participates during crises.
• Isolates and removes other patients and family members.
• Assists with and reassures patients and families.
• Stays with a patient in need.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of and care for equipment and supplies.
• Follows procedures and ensures equipment is ready to use.
• Provides for effective and safe patient/customer outcomes through practice, judgment and critical actions.
• Adheres to current NJ Department of Health regulations, JCAHO and institutional policies and procedures, and promotes professional ethics/standards.
• Clinical practice accurately reflects the Code of Ethics, the New Jersey Department of Health regulations Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to Client Organizational competencies and standards of behaviour.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of prior OB Tech or Surgical Tech experience in the acute care setting required.

Certifications:

• Must be a Certified Surge Technician or NBSTSA
• Must have BLS-AHA.