Scrub Tech OB - Livingston

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Scrub Tech OB - Livingston (PRN nights)','Per Diem','Professional Clinical/Allied Health','Nights','Nights','0','0','Occasional','Occasional','TEXAS-LIVINGSTON-MEMORIAL HLTH SYS LIVINGSTON','','!*!Position Summary:
 
The OB Scrub Tech participates as a member of the surgical team under the direct supervision of an RN/Charge Nurse.  Functions in the role of scrub/assist to support a physician and/or RN.  Responsible for direct and indirect care of patients.  Assists with maintenance, care of instruments, supplies and equipment.  Maintains a working knowledge of departmental and hospital standards, policies and procedures.  Performs other duties as assigned.
 
Position Responsibilities:
 

Ensure that qualify patient care is delivered to all patients on a 24-hour basis, and the unit is maintained in accordance with professional and regulatory standards and the philosophy and goals of CHI.
Assist surgical team in the scrubbing role according CHI St. Luke's policies and procedures.
Maintain sterile field.
Report immediately any breaks in aseptic technique.
Pass instruments, suture products, medication, and sponge materials to surgeon.
Assist with retracting of tissue and organs, and suctioning by holding the retracting instrument that has been placed by the surgeon
Electrosurgical current may be applied as directed by the surgeon.
Perform surgical counts with the RN according to policy and procedure. 
Proficiently function in the scrub role for all services provided.
Function as a resource for at least one specific service.
Utilize/open supplies judiciously, offers suggestions, improvements with focus on quality and cost containment.
Actively participate in product evaluations.
Assure appropriate equipment and supplies are available for each procedure:
Assist RN in updating preference card
Work closely with the instrument room as service specialist/instrument liaison to assure provision of quality.
Assists with cleaning and stocking of procedure, operating/Recovery and Delivery Room.
Assist in housekeeping duties as directed to insure safe patient environment and an efficient room turnover.
Sets up Delivery tables and assists OB/RN with deliveries/c-sections.
Assists the team in appropriate transport/transfer/positioning of patients.
Assist RN with circulator duties while under direct supervision.
Work assigned shifts, responding when called upon for additional or emergency service as necessary and on-call according to Perioperative policies.
Actively participate in providing 2 in-services per year at unit or service level. In-services are approved by the Manager prior to presentation.
Attend at least 10 hours of continuing education per year.
Preceptor for students and new employees. Complete preceptor orientation paperwork within established time frames.
Actively participate in unit/committee meetings and is an active member of a professional organization.','!*!Minimum Qualifications:
 




Education Level


Graduate of an accredited educational program for surgical technologists


Licensure/Certification


Certified Surgical Technician (CST)
BLS


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities


Effective Communication
Knowledge of the principles and skills needed to provide patient care and treatment.
Critical thinking skills
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills both written and verbal


Experience


One (1) year in a surgical setting preferred','We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.','1700000793','CHI Memorial','Scrub Tech OB - Livingston (PRN nights)

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