ASCP Surgical Technologist - OB/Nursery

Join a dedicated healthcare team in the heart of the Midwest region, providing essential support in surgical and obstetric care. This role involves collaborating closely with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and other surgical staff to ensure patient safety and efficient surgical procedures. General Summary The Surgical Technologist is a skilled professional who assists before, during, and after surgeries, particularly in Labor & Delivery settings. Utilizing sterile techniques and specialized equipment, this role is vital in facilitating smooth surgical operations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist with surgical procedures such as C-sections in the Labor & Delivery operating room. Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and demonstrate manual dexterity. Prepare and maintain surgical instruments and equipment, ensuring sterile conditions. Set up surgical tables for deliveries and procedures, restock rooms, and coordinate inventory with Sterile Processing. Employ proper aseptic and scrub techniques consistently. Perform unit-related tasks including answering phones, patient checks, nursing aide duties, and electronic charting. Clean and stock delivery suites, nursery equipment, and related areas. Assist patients with daily living activities such as meals, grooming, skin care, and toileting. Provide postpartum care including application of K-Pads, ice packs, and binders. Collect specimens, take vital signs, and document intake and output. Communicate any changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate personnel promptly. Education Graduation from an accredited program in Nursing, Practical Nursing, or Surgical Technology is required. Candidates with CNA certification and documented cross-training as a scrub tech are also considered. Experience Previous experience as a Surgical Technologist or Surgical Nurse is preferred but not mandatory. Surgical Assistants should have at least three years of scrub experience. Certification and Licenses Completion of surgical scrub training and orientation in both OR and OB settings is required. American Heart Association BLS certification must be obtained prior to completing orientation. Preference is given to candidates holding Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credentials. Mental and Physical Requirements This position demands significant mental focus and physical activity, including lifting up to 35 pounds, frequent walking, standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching. Working Conditions Frequent exposure to infectious and communicable diseases is expected, along with occasional encounters with hostile individuals. Physical discomfort is minimal but present. Embrace the opportunity to grow professionally within a supportive healthcare environment serving a broad regional community in the Midwest.

Created: 2026-03-10