Surgical Technologist- Labor & Delivery
Core
Performs duties of a primary or secondary surgical technologist in surgical procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Role type
Surgical Technologist
Builds
Surgical procedures
Domain
Healthcare / Labor & Delivery
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Aseptic technique, Sterile field preparation, Surgical instrumentation, Instrument and supply management, Sponge/needle/instrument counting, High-level disinfection
Preferred skills
Specialty team case competency, Preceptor experience, Multiple specialty competencies
Technologies
Surgical instruments, Sutures, Sponges, Disinfection equipment
Responsibilities
Creates and maintains sterile field, Anticipates and provides instrumentation and supplies, Facilitates patient flow through case turnover, Performs environmental activities to maintain asepsis, Maintains correct sponge, needle, and instrument count, Performs high level disinfection, Makes changes in surgeon's preference cards
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior (0-2 years experience)