*This is a safety sensitive position *

This is a Union position 

Wage Scale: $22.85 - $34.63

Essential Functions: 

OB Tech  Serves as scrub technician in surgical procedures.  Intra-operative technical competency (includes knowledge and judgement indicators).  Functions in the scrub role according to prescribed standards. "Surgical Conscience" demonstrated.  Assist OR and other personnel to plan and prepare for caseload, reviews preference lists and pick tickets. Assists with logistical supply needs as directed.  Is knowledgeable in scrubbing for procedures to be done during the birth process. Continually maintains and monitors sterile technique and supplies. Utilizes correct supplies and ensures instruments are available and operational when needed. Sterile process and package integrity is verified.  Anticipates needs of surgeon; facilitates efficiency and economy.  Prevents instrument loss, breakage, or misuse. Maintains expert practice of aseptic technique as related to the operative setting; i.e., gowning, gloves, draping, etc.  Constantly practices safety precautions for equipment handling.  Constantly maintains safety precautions for physicians, staff and patients.  Maintains correct sponge needs and related count reports and resolves discrepancies.  Practices universal precautions continually. Frequently cleans, assembles, and operates highly technical equipment; continually responsible to prevent loss or damage to instruments and equipment.  Maintains equipment assigned to unit  Reports malfunctioning equipment policy.  Consistently participates in quality improvement and cost efficiency efforts; supports unit goals. Flexible to unit/patient care needs. Manages on-call situations responsively.  Works to expedite caseload; "turn-over times" reflect efficient time utilization.  Frequently maintains level of expertise through attendance of relevant in-services. Completes self-assessment of skills annually.  Seeks opportunities for further learning. Demonstrates efforts to maintain and improve technical knowledge and skills through attendance at staff Development, continuing education, reading related scrub technical role, surgical specialties and equipment.  Serves as an adjunct to nursing care for a caseload of patients under the direction of and in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. Unit Secretary Completes patient unit charges on a daily basis and sends charge documentation to billing department.  Processes physician orders in a timely manner. Assures adequate documentation forms are in chart for physician, ancillary and nursing data entry. Reviews charts for completeness. Maintains unit inventory of forms, paper products and all office supplies. Customer Service Answers phone using pleasant voice and with professional manner. Assists physicians in locating patient chart and documentation. Assists patients and families as directed. Screens visitor’s access per department policy.  Maintains good communication with other hospital departments and assists in the facilitation of cooperative activities between departments. Answers patient call lights as directed by RN. Documentation Processes Files test results in patient chart when printed on the unit. Files H&P, Discharge summary, consultation and admission forms in patient chart. Breaks down completed charts and prepares for return to Medical Records.

Qualifications and requirements  

High School Diploma or Equivalent    Graduate of a Program in Discipline - SURGICALTECH CERTIFICATION-NAC PREFERRED; NAC REQUIRED, IF NO MEDICAL ASSISTANT OR SURGICAL TECH CERTIFICAION/EXPERIENCE. 

 

Benefits:    

Medical Insurance: Savers, PPO, PPO Plus offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield  

Dental Insurance: Offered through BCBS  

Vision Insurance: Offered through BCBS  

Free EAP (Employee Assistance Program)   

Paid Time Off (Up to 25 days a year)  

Employer Paid Short-Term   

Coverage options for Medical, Dental and Vision include: Employee, Employee & Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee & Child, Family