Patient Care OB Surgical Assistant, Labor and Delivery (Full Time, Nights)

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Under the OB Surgical Technologist is primarily responsible for providing health care to patients. Participates in data collection, planning, and implementation of patient care. Assists the members of the surgical team by scrubbing and handling the appropriate instruments, supplies and equipment, etc., necessary to provided optimal patient care during a surgical intervention. This individual also assists other team members in order to create a smooth, functioning unit.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs clinical procedures within scope of practice

• Performs glucometry, phlebotomy procedures and collects specimens.

• Follows treatment plan as directed by Clinical Coordinator/RN.

• Schedules tests/procedures.

• Performs necessary functions to ensure patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction with service.

• Assists patients to mobilize as appropriate

• Communicates new orders, change in patient’s condition, and unit concerns with the unit-based team.

• Restocks unit supplies as needed according to specific checklists.

• Completes documentation per hospital policy.

• Performs 1:1 patient watches as assigned.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Sits up to 1 hour per day. Stand for up to 12 hours per day; possibly 6 hours at a time. Walk up to 8-10 hours per day; up to 2 hours at a time. (Required to use manual dexterity for handling and twisting/turning). Consistently lift, carry and push objects up to 10 lbs.; frequently lift and carry objects up to 25 pounds; frequently push objects up to 100+ pounds (i.e. carts etc). Frequently stoop and bend. Frequently reach above shoulder level. Must have the ability to move quickly. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation, and high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color, and peripheral vision. Depth perception necessary. Ability to tolerate visual monotony.

EDUCATION:

High school graduate; completion of a surgical technology program recommended; Certified Surgical Technologist preferred-if certified upon hire must maintain certification

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Pre-ceptoring and on-the-job training.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.  Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.  Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.  It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.  Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.