OB/OR Technician

We are seeking a highly skilled OB/OR Technician to join our team at Carle Foundation Hospital. As a key member of our perioperative team, you will provide clinical expertise in both the delivery room and the OR within Labor and Delivery.

• Maintain and prepare the Operating Room for surgical procedures.
• Obtain and set up sterile field with appropriate instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Perform under the direction of the physician during operative procedures to prepare the patient's abdomen, drape the sterile field, and pass instrumentation.
• Perform appropriate instrument counts with RN circulator.
• Operate stapling device at the request of, and under the direct supervision of, the physician approximating skin closure.
• Maintain a safe and orderly environment.
• Follow aseptic technique when opening sterile supplies and maintains highest standard of sterile techniques during procedure.
• Prepare instruments for terminal sterilization after use.
• Perform patient support duties under the direction of a RN, which may include, but are not limited to: Performs venipuncture, Obtains vital signs, weights, and/or blood glucose, and Collects, labels, and transports specimens.

• Completion of CNA coursework w/in past 24 months, OR Successful completion of Carle's HCT In Training Program, OR Worked as a CNA w/in past 24 months, OR Successful completion of at least one semester of nursing clinical experiences, OR Documented relevant medical military training.
• Demonstrates advance knowledge and proficient practice in the first scrub role in a majority of surgical procedures including complex cases.
• Applies knowledge of advanced surgical techniques and knowledge related to surgical procedures and emergency situations.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills and anticipates the perioperative needs of the patient and surgeon.
• Exhibits a high level of collaboration with peers in making decisions related to surgical patient care.

Carle Foundation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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