What are the responsibilities and job description for the Obstetrical Technician position at Northbay?
At NorthBay Healthcare the obstetrical technician (OBT) is responsible and accountable for scrubbing for all OB surgeries in Labor & Delivery. In the absence of the unit clerk the OBT also performs unit clerk functions to include general clerical and reception duties.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Utilize sterile technique to surgically assist physicians with such procedures as c/sections and tubal ligations.
- Function effectively during obstetrical emergencies.
- Prepare the surgical and delivery rooms and for assisting with patient care duties as assigned.
- Works in collaboration with the entire healthcare team to provide each patient and family member excellent customer service.
- Support the mission, vision, values and expectation of excellence of the organization.
At NorthBay Health, our vision is to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care to all who need it. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering compassionate and effective healthcare solutions. We invite you to join us in our mission to ensure that every patient and family member feels valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey.
Qualifications:
Education:
- High school graduate or equivalent.
Licensure:
- Surgical Technician Certification or documented competency with 6 months experience required.
- Current AHA or equivalent CPR Certification required.
Experience:
- Previous experience as an operating room/obstetrical technician required.
- Prior unit clerk/secretarial experience with medical terminology preferred.
- Prior experience with the delivery process and newborns preferred.
Skills:
- Must have knowledge of the basic concepts necessary for the performance of the duties expected of the operating room technician.
- Must have knowledge of medical terminology, be able to transcribe orders and perform computer order entry.
Interpersonal Skills:
- Demonstrates the True North values. The True North values are a set of value-based behaviors that are to be consistently demonstrated and role modeled by all employees that work at NorthBay Health. The True North values principles consist of Nurture/Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust and Hardwire Excellence.
Work Hours:
- Total Hours: At least four (4) shifts each month, or more as determined by the department's per diem availability standard and process
- Shift: 12-hour shifts
Compensation:
- Hourly Salary Range $50.20-$61.07(Offered hourly rate based on years of experience)
- 10% per diem differential included in salary range
- Plus, Generous Shift Differentials
Salary : $50 - $61