Obstetrics Technician

Description

Full-Time, Temporary | Schedule: Dayshift; 3, 12-hour shifts one week, 4 the next; rotating weekends | Pay: paygrade 7, Hourly, Depending on experience

Weekly earned wage access is an option for this position

Job Purpose or Objective(s): The Obstetrics Technician assists the nursing and medical staff in the delivery of obstetric care. You will report to the Unit Manager.

Primary Tasks:

1.       Provide a variety of direct care to the Obstetrical and Nursery patients.

2.       Maintain accurate filing system, enters labs, x-rays, and coordinates with co-workers to ensure proper care of patients on the OB/Nursery Unit. 

3.       Monitor the entrance for infant security and answer the phone. 

4.       Assistant surgeon during obstetrical operative and invasive procedures. 

5.       Prepare operating room for procedures, ensuring a safe and effective environment.

6.       Sterilize, clean, and maintain instruments.

7.       Monitor PAR levels of instruments; order supplies and ensure surgical suite is stocked.

8.       Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

·         CPR certification                                        

·         Nursing Assistant certification

·         Understand basic medical terminology

·         Two [2] years of experience in obstetrics or health related field

Responsibilities
1. Provide a variety of direct care to the Obstetrical and Nursery patients.
2. Maintain accurate filing system, enters labs, x-rays, and coordinates with co-workers to ensure proper care of patients on the OB/Nursery Unit.
3. Monitor the entrance for infant security and answer the phone.
4. Assistant surgeon during obstetrical operative and invasive procedures.
5. Prepare operating room for procedures, ensuring a safe and effective environment.
6. Sterilize, clean, and maintain instruments.
7. Monitor PAR levels of instruments; order supplies and ensure surgical suite is stocked.
8. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent
• CPR certification
• Nursing Assistant certification
• Understand basic medical terminology
• Two [2] years of experience in obstetrics or health related field