Surgical Technologist (ST)- Labor and Delivery
About the role
Support Life-changing Moments Where Your Skills Truly Matter. At UVA Health, Labor & Delivery Surgical Technologists are essential members of the Labor and Delivery team, working alongside obstetricians, labor and delivery nurses, anesthesia providers, and neonatal specialists to provide safe, high-quality care for mothers and babies. This is an opportunity to practice at the top of your scope, support urgent and scheduled obstetric procedures, and build a long-term career in an environment that values teamwork, compassion, precision, and professional growth. Charlottesville offers the perfect blend of career opportunity and lifestyle, nestled near the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park, with vibrant dining, wineries, arts, and a walkable downtown. It's a place where your career and quality of life can thrive.
Responsibilities
- Prepare surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment for cesarean sections and other obstetric procedures
- Establish and maintain a sterile field while demonstrating strong aseptic technique
- Anticipate the needs of obstetric providers and the multidisciplinary care team during surgical deliveries
- Support safe, efficient workflows in both scheduled and emergent maternal care situations
- Assist with the care of mother and infant during operative deliveries
- Contribute to a collaborative, patient-centered Labor & Delivery environment focused on exceptional outcomes for families
Requirements
- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Currently enrolled or graduated from a surgical technologist training program accredited by CAHEEP/ABHES OR NCCT Approved program.
- Experience: No experience required.
- Licensure: BLS required. Certified to practice as a Surgical Technologist by NBSTSA (The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting) or NCCT (The National Center for Competency Testing) required at time of start date. Current Registration with Virginia Board of Medicine required at the time of hire.
- Physical Demands: Job requires standing for prolonged periods; Repetitive motion: passing instruments, lifting heavy instrument sets. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull >50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to cold, radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Generous Paid Time Off, Retirement Savings, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts, Certification and Education Support. UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
Skills
- Certification support and continuing education opportunities
- Clear career pathways within Women's Services and Perioperative Services
- Mentorship from experienced clinical leaders
- Exposure to advanced obstetric and maternal-fetal care practices
- Opportunities to expand clinical expertise in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment