Delivery Room Surgical Technologist
Under general direction, observes and practices sterile technique, maintains asepsis, anticipates and assists the surgeon as needed. Actively participates in patient care and safety. Utilizes OR supplies conservatively and operates as a team member of the OR staff.
Responsibilities
- Maintains medical records in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Coordinates communications to nurses from patients, family, physicians, and other health care team members.
- Transcribes physician orders when necessary (if CPOE is not used).
- Performs medical record and name band data entry, auditing, and maintenance as assigned.
- Reconciles physician orders for consultations in electronic medical record (EMR).
- Completes all admission, discharge, and transfer clerical functions.
- Obtains and maintains supplies for patient care and unit functioning.
- Obtains required continuing education credits and completes all mandatory requirements.
- Complies with organizational and departmental ergonomic & safety principles while performing all work-related activities.
- Demonstrates flexibility with work schedule.
- Shares in the responsibility for effective resource utilization including staffing, time management, supplies, and services.
- Coordinates consult visits for residents, including transportation as needed.
- Coordinates work orders and repairs on unit and common areas as needed.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing.
- Current New York State Practical Nurse License.
- CPR Certification required within 3 months of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous clinical experience in a hospital setting.
- Previous Operating Room experience.
Pay
$25.27 - $37.90 per hour, depending on experience.
Schedule
Night shift, 28 scheduled weekly hours.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week.
- Flexible plan options and coverage tiers.
- Discounted childcare through Bright Horizons.
- Voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
- PTO accrual from day one.
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Access to financial advisors.
- Up to $400/year in wellness rewards.
- 24/7 EAP counseling and virtual mental health support.
- Food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
- Access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, and tuition reimbursement.
- Clinical ladders and internal mobility opportunities.
- Continuous review of compensation for market competitiveness and internal equity.
About the Organization
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.