What are the responsibilities and job description for the OB Technician, Labor and Delivery position at Froedtert Health?
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Location: US:WI:MILWAUKEE at our FROEDTERT HOSPITAL facility.
This job is ON - SITE.
FTE: 0.900000
Standard Hours: 36.00
Shift: Shift 3
Shift Details: NOCs Holidays: Rotating Weekends: every third On call required
Job Summary:
Under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse, the OB Technician performs a variety of routine duties within the obstetric department including organization of environment, maintenance of equipment, assisting with operative/delivery room procedures, basic tasks necessary to provide for care, comfort and safety of patients, and clerical support. Responsible to the Labor and Delivery Leadership, Charge Nurses and the RN's on duty on each assigned shift.
EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION:
Previous experience as a Surgical Tech or OB Tech is strongly preferred.
EDUCATION DESCRIPTION:
High School Diploma or equivalent and one of the following; a graduate of a CAAHEP or ABHES accredited Medical Assistant Program (Associate, Diploma, or Certificate), or a graduate of a CAAHEP or ABHES accredited Surgical Technologist Program (Associate, Diploma, or Certificate), or CNA or LPN is required. Incumbents in the position prior to October 1, 2016 may substitute this educational requirement with the following statement - minimum of 2 years work experience in an clinical setting is required.
SPECIAL SKILLS DESCRIPTION:
Knowledge of basic anatomy, physiology and medical terminology is required.
LICENSURE DESCRIPTION:
Licensure requirement to align with education. CNA and LPN program completion requires the corresponding state of Wisconsin License. MA and Surgical Technologist graduates do not require any additional licensure. In addition, American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required within 90 days of hire.
Perks & Benefits At Froedtert Health
Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 262-439-1961. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.
Location: US:WI:MILWAUKEE at our FROEDTERT HOSPITAL facility.
This job is ON - SITE.
FTE: 0.900000
Standard Hours: 36.00
Shift: Shift 3
Shift Details: NOCs Holidays: Rotating Weekends: every third On call required
Job Summary:
Under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse, the OB Technician performs a variety of routine duties within the obstetric department including organization of environment, maintenance of equipment, assisting with operative/delivery room procedures, basic tasks necessary to provide for care, comfort and safety of patients, and clerical support. Responsible to the Labor and Delivery Leadership, Charge Nurses and the RN's on duty on each assigned shift.
EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION:
Previous experience as a Surgical Tech or OB Tech is strongly preferred.
EDUCATION DESCRIPTION:
High School Diploma or equivalent and one of the following; a graduate of a CAAHEP or ABHES accredited Medical Assistant Program (Associate, Diploma, or Certificate), or a graduate of a CAAHEP or ABHES accredited Surgical Technologist Program (Associate, Diploma, or Certificate), or CNA or LPN is required. Incumbents in the position prior to October 1, 2016 may substitute this educational requirement with the following statement - minimum of 2 years work experience in an clinical setting is required.
SPECIAL SKILLS DESCRIPTION:
Knowledge of basic anatomy, physiology and medical terminology is required.
LICENSURE DESCRIPTION:
Licensure requirement to align with education. CNA and LPN program completion requires the corresponding state of Wisconsin License. MA and Surgical Technologist graduates do not require any additional licensure. In addition, American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required within 90 days of hire.
Perks & Benefits At Froedtert Health
Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:
- Paid time off
- Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
- Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
- Referral bonuses
- Retirement plan - 403b
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
- Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 262-439-1961. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.