Job Description: OB Tech WOW 1 Labor and Delivery Job Summary: OB technician, under the direction and supervision of an RN or MD performs activities of preparation, assistance, and clean up for vaginal deliveries and surgical procedures in Labor and Delivery. Functions as a member of the surgical team performing scrub functions, and other roles, which support the perioperative plan of care. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: The following is a summary of the major functions of this individual's job. He or she may perform other duties, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below, and specific functions may change from time to time. 1.Demonstrates knowledge of operative procedure(s). Draping Instrumentation Suture Equipment Ability to set up and keep mayo and back table organized throughout procedure. Ability to correctly count and account for all required items prior to, during and following the procedure. Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon. Accountability in checking instrumentation, equipment and supplies prior to use in a procedure. Knowledgeable of specific uses of all equipment and supplies used for surgical procedures. Seeks out information and support for areas of knowledge deficit prior to use. Ability to plan, prepare and function in emergency situations. Has room ready prior to time for scheduled case. Minimizes turnover by assisting and preparing for next case by obtaining instruments, equipment and other necessary supplies. Is in OR room when patient is brought into the room. Participates in Time Out process for safety of patients. 2. Demonstrates knowledge of and utilizes principles of aseptic technique including but not limited to gowning, gloving sterilization and disinfection. Assesses safety and safe mechanical condition of equipment and report any malfunction. Demonstrates competency in handling, identifying and labeling medications on the sterile field. Properly disposes of sharps, ie, needles, blades, trocars, wire, staples, and bovie tips. Assists in proper cleaning, moving and storage of equipment. Demonstrates knowledge of sterilization/disinfection techniques and indications for each sterilization modality Demonstrates proper cleanliness of instrumentation prior to disinfection/sterilization. Corrects situations in support of surgical conscience as appropriate. 3. Assesses safety and safe mechanical conditions of equipment and reports any malfunctions 4. Assists RNs in direct patient care within their scope of practice including assisting in repositioning patients and assisting them to the bathroom. 5. Performs secretarial duties as necessary 6. Assists in cleaning and stocking rooms (LDR/OR), rotating supplies and checking for outdates, stocking LDR and anesthesia carts, and suture. 7. Maintains clean utility spaces in the department including unloading and organizing supplies 8. Transportation of patients in wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds. 9. Communicates effectively 10. Performs phlebotomy after completion of training requirements Requirements: Associates degree in surgical technology or 1 year work experience in a OB/surgical tech role required. BCLS required (due within 90 days for new hires) Medical terminology helpful Understanding of aseptic technique good communication skills If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Founded in 1924, Baptist Health has been bringing advanced medical technology, modern facilities, and many of the region's most prominent physicians and medical professionals to the communities of our commonwealth for nearly a century. Headquartered in Louisville, the Baptist Health family of hospitals, care centers, physician offices and health facilities has experienced tremendous growth in recent years. Counting all nine hospitals, we have more than 2,700 licensed beds. Baptist Health has more than 300 points of care include outpatient facilities which offer Urgent Care, occupational medicine, physical therapy and diagnostics. Home care is also available in 39 Kentucky counties, six counties in Illinois and six counties in Southern Indiana. Our physician network of more than 3,000 employed and affiliated physicians continues to grow as we endeavor to improve access to healthcare and enhance the health of Kentucky as a whole. EEO Statement: Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and seeks to employ individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, religious or political beliefs, protected veteran status, employment status or any other protected class identified in any federal, state, or local law. Baptist Health specifically encourages minority, female, disabled, veteran and other candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and strengthen our team. Please note that Baptist Health is a drug-free workplace and employment with Baptist Health is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMATION AND ACCESSIBILITY TO SERVICES Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Baptist Health facilities by using the Kentucky Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). For voice to TDD, call 800.648.6057. 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