Job description

Obstetric Technician/OB Tech

Location: Brick Township, NJ 08724 (Hackensack Meridian Ocean University Medical Center)

Shift Timings: 06:30 AM - 07:00 PM (36hrs./week)

Duration: 3 Months+ (Possible extension)

Pay Rate: Up to $54.00/hr.

Note: Full vaccination is required against Covid-19.

Job Summary:

· Performs assigned duties under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse.

· Demonstrates positive behavior and the ability to implement a plan of care.

· This position requires a multi skilled worker who will perform a variety of tasks related to the direct and indirect care of the antepartum and postpartum patient and in the maintenance of a clean and organized environment.

· The OB Technician is certified or grandfathered to work in the Surgical Suite.

Job Functions:

· Assists and supports nursing staff with provision of direct and indirect care to the patient.

· Follows the plan of care as directed by the RN.

· Orders and stocks all supplies for OR, PACU, Labor Rooms and related areas such as warmers, scrub sinks, OR ante-room.

· Maintains readiness of instruments and supplies for OR and vaginal deliveries.

· Maintains sterile technique in the operative area including proper scrub, gown and glove techniques.

· Arranges the operative table appropriately.

· Passes instruments and maintains accurate sponge and instrument counts.

· Assists surgeon in the operating room with procedures such as Cesarean Section, Hysterectomy, Dilation and Curettage, manual removal of placenta, and repair of cervical laceration.

· Communicates patient information or potential problems to the nurse throughout the shift.

· Reports timely and accurate changes in the patient's condition.

· Makes rounds and responds to patient/family requests for assistance in a timely manner.

· Promptly answers call lights regardless of who is assigned to care for the patient.

· Collaborates to ensure patient belongings are promptly stored and valuables are safe.

· Ensures all belongings are properly gathered, labeled with patient identification and are sent with the patient who is discharged, transferred or expired.

· Exercises calm behavior and utilizes appropriate judgment while working in a team approach during emergency situations.

· Appropriately participates during crisis situations.

· Isolates and removes other patients and family members.

· Assists with and reassures patients and families.

· Stays with a patient in need.

· Demonstrates appropriate use of and care for equipment and supplies.

· Follows procedures and ensures equipment is ready to use.

· Provides for effective and safe patient/customer outcomes through practice, judgment and critical actions.

· Adheres to current NJ Department of Health regulations, JCAHO and institutional policies and procedures, and promotes professional ethics/standards.

· Clinical practice accurately reflects Code of Ethics, the New Jersey Department of Health regulations. Other duties and/or projects as assigned.

· Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

· Lifts a minimum of 25 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 25 lbs. and stands a minimum of 8 hours a day.

· Providing patient care including attending vaginal deliveries or agreeable to learn.

Skills:

· Minimum 1 year of hospital PCT experience required.

· Minimum of 1 year OB or Surgical Tech experience in acute care required.

· 3-5 years required with experience working on a labor and delivery unit required.

Education:

· High School Diploma or equivalent.

Certifications & Licenses:

· American Heart Association BLS (Basic Life Support).

· Certified Surgical Technician (CST) or Certified OB Technician.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $35.00 - $42.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Clinic

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Township of Brick, NJ 08724: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you a US citizen or a GC holder?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• obstetric care: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Surgical Technologist (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)
• Obstetric Technician (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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