
Obstetrical Surgical Technologist - Labor & Delivery
$35.34 - $53.06 / hour
Description
Job Description
At Peacehealth, it's our vision that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. As an OB Surgical Technologist at St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, Washington, you’ll be part of a collaborative team working together to ensure our patients receive exceptional care. If this resonates with you, consider joining our Labor & Delivery team in the following role:
We offer you :
Position Details: This position is responsible for assisting the Surgical team during operative procedures by performing a variety of technical duties to primarily assist in responsibility for the preparation and maintenance of the surgical sterile field for the obstetrical operative patient and/or her infant.
Essential Functions
Lifting
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
See how PeaceHealth is committed to
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.
Job Description
At Peacehealth, it's our vision that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. As an OB Surgical Technologist at St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, Washington, you’ll be part of a collaborative team working together to ensure our patients receive exceptional care. If this resonates with you, consider joining our Labor & Delivery team in the following role:
- Position : Full-time Day shift OB Surgical Technologist
- Schedule: Work three 12-hour day shifts each week, 7am - 7:30pm
- Unit: 10-bed Labor & Delivery unit with 2 OR suites
- Hospital : St. Joseph Medical Center, 253-bed acute care hospital with level II trauma center
- Location: On the shores of Bellingham Bay with Mount Baker at its backdrop, Bellingham, WA is just 45 minutes South of Vancouver BC and 90 miles North of Seattle. Bellingham is a vibrant city offering a mix of natural beauty, cultural experiences, and outdoor recreation. Enjoy scenic parks, museums, and a lively arts scene, as well endless outdoor recreation.
We offer you :
- A current wage range of $35.34 - $53.06. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable SEIU collective bargaining agreement
- Additional compensation for CST
- Relocation Assistance
- Hiring Bonus
- A comprehensive benefits package
- A mission driven healthcare system
Position Details: This position is responsible for assisting the Surgical team during operative procedures by performing a variety of technical duties to primarily assist in responsibility for the preparation and maintenance of the surgical sterile field for the obstetrical operative patient and/or her infant.
Essential Functions
- Arrange and inventories sterile set-up for operation and passes items as needed to the surgical team.
- Understand and apply the principles of asepsis. Establish and maintain sterile field and assure team maintains sterile environment.
- Assist in preparation and moving of patients.
- Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes instrumentation. Assists with clean-up and room turnover.
- Assists in vaginal births
- Access computer information as needed, such as preference lists and digital images.
- Maintain unit supplies by requisitioning and receiving supplies then stocking patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs. Inventory control.
- Participates in all safety initiatives. Adheres to programs such as SCIP and SCOAP quality initiatives.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Requires: Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Program or recognized course of training as a Surgical Technologist
- Requires: Minimum of 1 year experience as a Surgical Technologist, prefer experience with obstetrical and gynecologic surgeries
- Required: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs
- Required: Washington State Surgical Technologist Registration
- Required: Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support Certification
- Preferred: Certified Surgical Technologist
- Well organized, detail oriented and self motivated (Required)
- Ability to coordinate activities and work collaboratively with others (Required)
- Ability to execute detailed procedures with accuracy and precision (Required)
- Basic computer/keyboarding skills including MS Office applications (Required)
- Understanding of operating room protocols (Required)
Lifting
- Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
- Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
- Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
- Frequent reaching/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling/ grasping.
- Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 15 lbs. Occasionally up to 20 lbs.
- Push/Pull: Frequently up to 20 lbs. force. Occasional up to 30 lbs. force.
- Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
- Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
- Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.
- Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
See how PeaceHealth is committed to
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.
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