OB/OR Tech

Job Description

Job Description: The OB Surgical Technician works in collaboration with the physician and RN in both clinical and clerical duties. The OB Technician must follow aseptic technique during obstetric/gynecological procedures and practice under the direction of the physician and OB nursing staff. After delivery the OB Technician is responsible for cleaning the procedure area and care of instruments per policies and procedures. Responsible for stocking the patient and/or delivery rooms with needed supplies immediately postoperatively and ensuring surgical suites rooms are immediately accessible. The technician also provides careful attention to patients with delicate conditions while assisting with personal needs. Other duties may include administrative and/or clerical support, including, but not limited to, answering unit telephones and gathering patient information.

Job Requirements: Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and/or an accredited surgical technology program. At least 3 years of progressive operating room surgical technician experience and at least one year of recent obstetrical surgical technician experience required.

At Merit Health Wesley and Merit Health Medical Group, our people provide great care. We are more than 250 physicians strong, while employing more than 1,000 healthcare professionals who have been nationally recognized for patient safety and quality care. We are a dynamic entity, continually changing and growing in size, service and scope to meet the needs of South Mississippi. Even with these changes, one thing has-and always will-remain the same: our team of professional caregivers strives to uphold the principles upon which this facility was founded more than 100 years ago: Loving God, Serving Others, and Excelling in Healthcare.

An Equal Opportunity Employer - including disability and protected veteran status.