Obstetrical Technician

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Working under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the OB Tech assists in patient care activities, maintains department stock, and performs surgical technician duties in the scrub role.
• Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Scrubs for cesarean section surgical procedures.
• Assists with vaginal deliveries and or surgical repair of episiotomies.
• Identifies patient needs/physician preferences for surgical supplies/equipment/instruments.
• Performs shift specific assignments according to the OB Tech responsibility sheet.
• Maintains the principles of aseptic technique in preparing for vaginal/surgical deliveries.
• Performs technical skills in accordance with policy and procedure.
• Inventories and stocks department supplies and equipment.
• Coordinates with Surgical Sterile Processing Department and Materials Management to order and distribute supplies and reconcile patient charges.
• Utilizes positive communication skills to effect conflict resolution and teamwork.
• Contributes to cost effective patient care by monitoring use of time, equipment, and supplies.
• Complies with safety policies and procedures in order to provide a safe environment for employees, patients, and visitors.
• Demonstrates necessary flexibility in regards to changes in Hospital or Department activities.
• Completes C-Section charges in the computer correctly and within department guidelines.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit.
• Actively participates in achieving departmental goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school education or GED – Required.
• Two (2) year experience as a Scrub Technician in comparable job setting within the last 5 years preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• California Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) – Preferred.
• Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards – Required.
• Completion of Surgical Scrub Technician program – Preferred.
• The position is a dual job working in MB and LD.
• Epic Experience Required: (preferably in the last of 6–12 months).