L&D SCRUB TECH

As our L&D Scrub Tech, you will be a central figure supporting safe and efficient surgical procedures within our Labor and Delivery unit, meticulously preparing and maintaining a sterile field. You will play a vital role alongside the surgical team in ensuring the well-being of mothers and babies.

Every day, you will expertly set up the sterile operating room, meticulously organize instruments and supplies according to surgeon preference cards, and anticipate the needs of the surgical team during obstetric procedures. You will also assist in maintaining supplies, perform accurate surgical counts, and ensure strict adherence to aseptic technique and all safety protocols.

To be successful in this role, you will combine exceptional attention to detail, a strong understanding of surgical instrumentation and sterile procedures, and the ability to perform effectively under pressure. You will demonstrate excellent communication skills, a compassionate approach, and a collaborative spirit, dedicated to supporting positive outcomes for mothers and newborns.

• Demonstrates intermediate or advanced skills in operating room technology and proficient knowledge of surgical procedures (as described in the unit skills checklists). Measurement: Observation, Feedback.
• Demonstrates basic patient care skills, including, but not limited to hygiene, takes vital signs, weights, accurately, measures I&O, documents appropriately on designated forms and in computer; lifts, moves and transports patients, safely and positions infants using developmentally supportive knowledge. Measurement: Observation, Feedback, Patient Care Documentation.
• Consistently demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique according to policy and procedure guidelines. Measurement: Observation, Feedback.
• Collects and delivers urine, stool and pathology specimens according to current procedures, utilizing universal precautions. Measurement: Observation, Feedback.
• Consistently demonstrates proper care and handling of instruments and equipment. Measurement: Observation, Feedback, Equipment condition
• Consistently stocks and maintains department supplies. Measurement: Observation, Inventory.

Required

• High School Graduate or GED Graduate
• Acute care experience
• Nurse assistants/unit clerks without acute care experience within one (1) year, will be considered on an individual basis.
• A minimum of one (1)year recent hospital experience (or equivalent) in the capacity of:
  • a) an Operating Room Technician or
  • b) an OB Scrub Tech or
  • c) an OB Tech or must have all of the following:
    • a) received practical education within the Hospital/surgical center or OB department within the last six(6) months
    • b) above average performance during practical education, and
    • c) completion of a Surgical Technologist training program
• Basic Life Support - CPR BLS, upon hire

Preferred

• Successful completion of an OR Technician Training program is highly desired
• Scrub technician experience desired
• CNA Certificate Desired

Founded in 1940, Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center is a 191-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Santa Maria, California. Serving over 250,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, cancer care, orthopedics, and stroke care. Additionally, Marian Regional Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and the only healthcare facility on the Central Coast to offer ECMO.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

Salary : $33 - $42