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Job description
Job Title: Surgical Technician
Location: Jersey City Medical Center
Department Name: Labor & Delivery
Req #:
Status: Hourly
Shift: Night
Pay Range: $31.41 - $38.42 per hour
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview:
The OB Surgical Technologist assists the surgical team during obstetrical procedures, including cesarean sections and other gynecological surgeries, by preparing and maintaining the sterile field, passing instruments, and ensuring surgical equipment is available and functioning properly.
They also assist with routine patient care activities under the supervision of nurses and physicians in the labor and delivery unit.
Qualifications:
Required:
High school graduate or equivalent
Completion of an Surgical Technician training program
Preferred:
Minimum 1 year of experience in a surgical setting preferred; labor and delivery experience highly desirable
Certifications and Licenses Required:
Certification by the Association of Surgery Technologists as a Surgical Technologist CST, NBSTSA required
Basic Life Support /CPR certification required through American Heart Association.
Essential Functions:
Prepares the operating room for cesarean sections and other OB/GYN procedures by setting up surgical instruments, sterile drapes, and necessary supplies
Scrubs in and maintains aseptic technique during surgical procedures
Anticipates the needs of the surgical team and passes instruments, sutures, and supplies during the procedure
Assists with positioning, prepping, and draping patients
Performs counts of sponges, sharps, and instruments with the RN according to hospital policy before, during, and after surgery
Ensures proper care and handling of surgical specimens
Decontaminates, cleans, and restocks surgical instruments and supplies after procedures
Assists in emergency situations such as stat cesarean sections, postpartum hemorrhage, and other obstetrical emergencies
Maintains competency in the care of neonatal resuscitation equipment
Assists with general patient care tasks such as vital signs, transport, and patient hygiene when needed
Stocks labor rooms, ORs, and supply carts, ensuring adequate supplies are available
Participates in quality improvement activities and attends required staff meetings and trainings
Scheduling Requirements:
7:00 pm – 7:00 am
Alternating Weekends
Full Time
36 Weekly Standard Hours
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Who can apply
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