OB Technician
Piedmont Henry Hospital
Stockbridge, GA
$9-100/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care277 beds
Pay
Description
OB Surg Tech - Labor & Delivery, Nights
Overview:
Responsible for handling the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the obstetrical operations performed in the Operating Room located in the Labor and Delivery unit. He/she has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. He/she has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field. Performs patient care duties under the direction of a registered nurse.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for handling the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the obstetrical operations performed in the Operating Room located in the Labor and Delivery unit. He/she has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. He/she has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field. Performs patient care duties under the direction of a registered nurse.
Qualifications:
Education
- H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
Work Experience
- Graduate from a Surgical Technologist training program Required or
- 1 year previous operating room experience as a Surgical/Delivery Room Technologist Required or
- 3 years of experience providing direct patient care in a clinical setting Required
Licenses and Certifications
- BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Preferred
Business Unit : Company Name:
Piedmont Henry HospitalFacility
Piedmont Henry Hospital
1 nurse recommends working with Piedmont Henry Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 277 beds
Employer
Perm Staff Jobs
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