OB Surgical Technician

Job Title: OB Technician

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Labor & Delivery

Req #: 0000221396

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $40.00 - $40.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The OB Surgical Technician assists the surgical team during obstetrical procedures, including cesarean sections and other gynecological surgeries, by preparing and maintaining the sterile field, passing instruments, and ensuring surgical equipment is available and functioning properly. They also assist with routine patient care activities under the supervision of nurses and physicians in the labor and delivery unit.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program

Preferred:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a surgical setting preferred; labor and delivery experience highly desirable.

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Certification by the Association of Surgery Technologists with NBSTSA
• BLS certification required (American Heart Association)

Essential Functions:

• Prepares the operating room for cesarean sections and other OB/GYN procedures by setting up surgical instruments, sterile drapes, and necessary supplies
• Scrubs in and maintains aseptic technique during surgical procedures
• Anticipates the needs of the surgical team and passes instruments, sutures, and supplies during the procedure
• Assists with positioning, prepping, and draping patients
• Performs counts of sponges, sharps, and instruments with the RN according to hospital policy before, during, and after surgery
• Ensures proper care and handling of surgical specimens
• Decontaminates, cleans, and restocks surgical instruments and supplies after procedures
• Assists in emergency situations such as stat cesarean sections, postpartum hemorrhage, and other obstetrical emergencies
• Maintains competency in the care of neonatal resuscitation equipment
• Assists with general patient care tasks such as vital signs, transport, and patient hygiene when needed
• Stocks labor rooms, ORs, and supply carts, ensuring adequate supplies are available
• Participates in quality improvement activities and attends required staff meetings and trainings

Scheduling Requirements:

• Coverage for weekends, holiday, and weekday coverage as needed

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer