OB Technologist I, Certified - Labor and Delivery

Description

This position qualifies for our UNC Health Wayne Incentive Program, which includes up to $20,000 commitment incentive.

About the role

The Surgical Tech, Labor and Delivery is a member of the obstetrical team, performing scrub nurse and surgical assistant duties throughout surgical procedures, assisting the nurses in L&D, and functioning in the role of preceptor to OB techs new to the department.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for C-section cases based on patient needs.
• Checks and ensures sterility and availability of instruments, supplies and equipment.
• Is knowledgeable in operation of equipment.
• Ants to provider and supply needs during cases and responds accordingly.
• Provides skilled, safe care within scope of practice.
• Follows established policy and procedures for the disposition of specimens.
• Performs sponge, sharps and instrument counts in accordance with OB/OR policy.
• Maintains sterility of the environment.
• Provides medications and solutions as prescribed.
• Applies knowledge of proper positioning of the surgical patient.
• If registered as a Nursing Assistant (NAI or II), may provide nursing assistant care within the applicable NA scope of practice.
• Responds appropriately to emergency and code situations.
• Remains calm and works effectively in stressful situations.
• Is flexible and available to work a variety of shifts to ensure coverage for the area.
• Completes continuing education and in-service programs to meet regulatory and job requirements.
• Presents and promotes a professional demeanor at all times, exhibits high standards of customer service, supports responsibility, pride, and teamwork, and offers reasonable solutions for problems.
• Demonstrates appropriate interaction with and provides recommended care and services to all patients.
• Ensures the delivery of age appropriate, culturally sensitive and ethical care for patients.
• Applies knowledge of principles of standard precautions.
• Routinely uses PPE to avoid risk of exposure to self and others.
• Contributes to the efficiency, effectiveness, quality and safety of the operating room by working cooperatively, respectfully and with integrity.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Graduate of an approved surgical technologist course or experience as an OB Tech in a Labor & Delivery (L&D) setting preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: None.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as an OB Tech or Surgical Scrub Tech preferred.
• Knowledge of obstetrical procedures, instrumentation, suture, and/or specialty supplies preferred.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology pertinent to patient procedures.
• Awareness of environmental safety practices for patient, self and team at all times.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic PC proficiency with the ability to learn new software tools.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for duration of shift and meet the physical requirements of the job.
• Valid NC Driver’s License: No.
• If driving a Wayne UNC Vehicle, must be 21 years old and MVR must be approved by Risk Management.

Other Information

Job Details
Legal Employer: Wayne Health
Entity: Wayne UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: Labor & Delivery
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Night
Job Location of Job: WAYNE MED
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.