Obstetrical Surgical Technologist

4 days ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States RUSH University Medical Center Full time
Job Summary

RUSH University Medical Center is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Obstetrical Surgical Technologist to join our team. As an Obstetrical Surgical Technologist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of surgical procedures in the Labor and Delivery department.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in patient care, surgical services, and delivery room services under the supervision of a registered nurse.
  • Carry out the function of the scrub role during surgical procedures, assists in deliveries, and maintain the supplies and equipment necessary for the specialized care of Obstetrical patients.
  • Exemplify the Rush mission, vision, and values and act in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
  • Participate in surgical cases in select areas as assigned.
  • Demonstrate competency in scrubbing all assigned surgical procedures.
  • Prioritize scrub activities based upon the type of surgical procedure and the needs of the surgical team members.
  • Obtain and safely assemble necessary supplies and equipment specific to the surgical procedure, surgeon preference, and individual patient needs.
  • Assist in opening sterile supplies.
  • Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology to individualize set up for surgical procedures.
  • Safely carry out the scrub role during the surgical procedure.
  • Care for and handle surgical instruments/equipment according to Operating Room protocols.
  • Demonstrate manual dexterity in handling instruments and equipment.
  • Assure proper functioning of equipment in the room as delegated by the RN.
  • Identify specialty instruments by type, function, and name.
  • Account for sponges, needles, instruments, and other miscellaneous counted items according to Operating Room policies and procedures.
  • Notify the surgical team of any sponge, needle, instrument, or miscellaneous count is incorrect.
  • Maintain an orderly sterile field, Mayo stand, and back table throughout the surgical procedures.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of progressive steps in specific surgical procedures.
  • Anticipate the needs of the surgical team.
  • Communicate variation in surgical procedure to RN.
  • Anticipate emergent circumstances and communicate the information to the RN.
  • Dons Personal Protective Equipment according to policy and procedure.
  • Disposes of biohazard waste appropriately.
  • Actively participates in maintaining each patient's dignity and safety at all times.
  • Works collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team to assure that (1) each patient's privacy is protected and (2) every patient record is considered strictly confidential.
  • Assists in transferring the patient to and from the OR/delivery bed to the transport cart/wheelchair.
  • Functions in an efficient manner at all times while maintaining a safe, orderly, and well-equipped environment.
  • Actively maintains a safe work environment: Keeps patient rooms and unit orderly, according to guidelines, unit routine, and regulatory standards i.e. the Joint Commission Standards.
  • Monitors unit-specific items each shift i.e. baby blankets, lift equipment, vaginal/Cesarean packs. Notify charge RN and missing department of required items.
  • Maintains and replenishes supplies according to established unit quantities/PAR for the designated area.
  • Assesses the functioning of OR equipment each shift i.e. D&C machine, suction setup.
  • Monitor PAR levels of OR instruments, dilators, suture, speculums, and supplies each shift.
  • Opens and utilizes supplies and equipment judiciously.
  • Stocks unit supplies as returned from Sterile processing.
  • Demonstrates consideration and cooperation within the Obstetrical area.
  • Exhibits consistently professional interactions with managers, co-workers, physicians, and all other Obstetrical personnel.
  • Demonstrates flexibility by accepting routine and non-routine assignments as delegated by the RN staff.
  • Offers ideas for clinical/system improvements to the OB Nursing leadership team.
  • Actively attends and participates in unit/area meetings/pertinent in-services.
  • Presents to work on time and attends OB huddles at 7AM/7PM followed by unit report.
  • Notifies the Charge RN (designee) when assignments are completed and when leaving the unit.
  • Sets priority of duties based on needs of patient and unit, under the direction of the RN.
  • Demonstrates sound judgment and decision making at all times.
  • Assists unit personnel by carrying out additional duties as delegated.
  • Reports to charge RN or designate for assignment of duties.
  • Performs infant equipment assessment each shift in the LDRs, and ORs.
  • Monitor integrity/expiration of neonatal boxes each shift. If compromised or expired, notify charge RN.
  • Performs quality safety checks on the Glucometer. This includes stocking of the supplies according to PAR. Notified charge RN of variances i.e. failure, incomplete, error.
  • Polices unit for repairs/replacements i.e. soiled curtains, broken equipment, structural repairs and notify the appropriate department.
  • Assists the obstetrical staff in the delivery room as instructed by the Obstetrical team. This can include but not be limited to:
  • Opens and counts the delivery field before and after deliveries.
  • Prepares the infant radiant warmer for delivery.
  • Obtaining supplies and equipment as needed in the delivery.
  • Assistance with pt care during the delivery i.e. holding leg, pericare as instructed by the obstetrical team.
  • Transport and tubing of cord blood gases to the lab.
  • Collects and transports placenta specimens to the designated unit location.
  • Transports and processes soiled instruments according to unit standard.
  • Supports transfer of patients, supplies, and specimens.
  • Assists with admission, discharge, and supports unit transfer processes, within, and from L&D.
  • Transports laboratory specimens and patient belongings as required.
  • Transports vaginal probe to and from area of use for high-level disinfecting.
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Analytical ability.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Must be able to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
  • Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program preferred (except current Obstetrical Surgical Techs as of 9/1/2013).

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