Anesthesiology, Asepsis, Basic Life Support (BLS), Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Groundskeeping, Healthcare, Infection Control, Instrumentation, Maintain Compliance, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Medical Treatment, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Patient Safety, Physician Assistant, Registered Nurse (RN), Safety Standards, Sterilization, Surgical Procedures, Surgical Supplies, Team Player, Women's Health
Join a compassionate Labor & Delivery team where your surgical expertise helps support safe deliveries and exceptional maternal and newborn care. We’re seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist – L&D to assist physicians and nursing staff during cesarean sections and other obstetrical procedures in Des Moines, IA. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about women's health, this opportunity is ready for you!
Job Details
- Position: Surgical Technologist – Labor & Delivery (L&D)
- Location: Des Moines
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Night Shift
- Schedule: 3x12
- Experience Required: 1 Year
- Weekly Pay: $1800 to $2000
Responsibilities
- Prepare Labor & Delivery operating rooms for cesarean sections and obstetrical procedures
- Maintain a sterile field throughout surgical procedures using proper aseptic techniques
- Assist obstetricians by passing instruments, sutures, sponges, and surgical supplies during procedures
- Prepare surgical instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies before each case
- Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts before, during, and after procedures
- Assist with patient positioning and preparation for surgery
- Support the Labor & Delivery team during emergency cesarean sections and urgent obstetrical procedures
- Handle and label surgical specimens according to facility protocols
- Perform operating room turnover and prepare for subsequent procedures
- Maintain compliance with infection prevention, sterilization, and patient safety standards
- Collaborate with obstetricians, registered nurses, anesthesia providers, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver outstanding maternal and newborn care
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program
- Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential preferred or required per facility policy
- Minimum 1 year of recent Surgical Technologist experience, preferably in Labor & Delivery or Obstetrics
- Current BLS Certification required
- Experience assisting with cesarean sections and obstetrical surgical procedures preferred
- Strong knowledge of sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and operating room procedures
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
- Ability to remain calm and efficient during emergency situations
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
- Ability to stand for extended periods and assist during surgical procedures
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United Health Care Staffing