Surgical Tech II - Labor Delivery

Description This position qualifies for our UNC Health Rex Surgical Tech Incentive Program, which includes up to $15,000 in commitment incentives. Payment is spread over a two-to-three year period in four to six installments. Payment is made after each six-month period of work is completed. u2728 Surgical Technologist II u2013 Labor & Delivery u2728 ? UNC REX Healthcare Raleigh, NC ? Make a Difference in Maternal Care Are you passionate about maternal health and ready to help bring new life safely into the world? ?? UNC REX is seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist II to join our fast-paced, high-volume Labor & Delivery team. In this role, youu2019ll support life-saving procedures ? and critical care across the unit while working alongside a highly skilled, collaborative team ?. ? Position Summary The Surgical Technologist II works under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse to ensure the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. Youu2019ll help create a safe OR environment ?, ensure equipment functions properly u2699ufe0f, and support procedures that maximize patient safety. This role requires advanced expertise in sterile and aseptic technique ?, along with in-depth knowledge of anatomy, surgical procedures, and technologies. Youu2019ll perform scrub duties across multiple services and serve as a resource in at least one service lineu2014primarily Labor & Delivery. ? About Our Labor & Delivery Unit Our state-of-the-art unit supports patients throughout labor, delivery, and recovery ?, including high-risk cases. u2728 Features include: u2022 ? 3-bay OB Emergency Department (OBED) u2022 ?ufe0f 20 labor rooms u2022 ? 3 Operating Rooms (ORs) u2022 ? 3 PACU bays Youu2019ll collaborate with an expert care team including OB Hospitalists, OB/GYNs, CNMs, Nursing Assistants, and fellow Surgical Technologists ?u200du2695ufe0f?u200du2695ufe0f to deliver exceptional care. ? What Youu2019ll Do ? Primary Responsibilities u2013 Surgical Support u2022 Lead surgical technologist for scheduled & emergency C-sections ? u2022 Provide first assist support during Cesarean deliveries ? u2022 Prepare & maintain surgical instruments and equipment ? u2022 Uphold strict sterile technique & infection prevention standards ? u2022 Partner with physicians and nurses for efficient OR workflow ? u2022 Perform rapid room turnovers u26a1 (cleaning, stocking, prep) ? Secondary Responsibilities u2013 L&D Support u2022 Assist with vaginal delivery setup & turnover ? u2022 Support patient intake & transport during busy periods ?u200du2640ufe0f u2022 Assist in OB PACU with transfers & equipment checks ? u2022 Help manage patient flow & emergencies in OBED ? u2022 Maintain a clean, safe environment ? (linens, waste, sanitation) ? What You Bring u2714ufe0f Advanced surgical technologist experience across multiple services u2714ufe0f Strong teamwork & communication skills ? u2714ufe0f Critical thinking & calm decision-making under pressure ? u2714ufe0f Commitment to patient- and family-centered care u2764ufe0f u2714ufe0f Passion for supporting Labor & Delivery as a key resource ? ? Why UNC REX? At UNC REX, youu2019ll join a dedicated team committed to exceptional care for mothers and newborns ??. Your skills directly impact safe deliveries and positive outcomes for families every single day. ? Join Us Make a meaningful impact where it matters mostu2014at the very beginning of life. ? Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: The Surgical Technologist II works under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Performs surgical scrub duties across multiple services. Serves as a resource in at least one service line. Responsibilities: Performs all the duties and responsibilities of Level I plus the following: 1.Performs technical skill duties in all operating room specialty service areas, ensuring that proper technical practices are employed according to accepted standards of process. 2.Provides proper maintenance, assembly, handling, and sterilization techniques of specialty instrumentation. 3.Follows aseptic technique. Proactively identifies contamination and/or breaks in aseptic technique and implements corrective actions. 4.Performs surgical counts. Follows policies and procedures for incorrect counts and reports discrepancies appropriately. 5.Establishes and maintains sterile field and assures team maintains sterile environment independently. Labels drugs and solutions; monitors quantities used. 6.Assists in the proper identification, preparation, handling, and labeling of surgical specimens. 7.Actively participates in the planning and set up of instruments, supplies, and surgical drapes in an organized manner to provide optimal accessibility during the procedure. 8.Assists the surgeon, demonstrating an understanding of the patientu2019s anatomy and abnormalities which affect the surgical procedure. 9.Demonstrates appropriate and correct case preparation. Assists in picking cases and planning of instrument needs. Corrects deficiencies at the case level. 10.Recognizes and modifies scrubbing procedures based on pertinent information to develop modifications to standard approaches to care and communicates with the surgical team. Responds to surgical emergencies and follows hospitalwide emergency management plans. ventories, receives, and stores supplies under the direction of Surgical Services leadership. 12.Serves as role model for new hires, on the job trainees, and other identified teammates. Serves as a mentor for Surgical Tech peers and participates in teaching, guiding, and evaluating the performance of peers during orientation and annual review process. 13.Identifies and reports defective instruments, supplies, and equipment. Assists with restocking operating/procedure rooms and sub-sterile areas. 14.Assists the registered nurse during the intraoperative implementation phase of nursing practice. 15. Participates in data collection for research projects under the direction of an RN. 16. Operates complex equipment and other resources in the operating room, troubleshooting as necessary Other Information Other information: Education Requirements: u25cf High School Diploma or GED Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology or Nursing Program; or Graduate of a Military Training Program in Surgical Technology; or Formal education/training may be substituted for individuals with 5+ years of prior experience as a surgical tech Licensure/Certification Requirements: u25cf Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or Tech in Surgery (TS-C) through The National Center of Competency Testing Professional Experience Requirements: u25cf 3+ years Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements: u25cf Successful completion of service specific portion of the UNC Health Surgical Technologist competencies. u25cf Strong communication skills/customer service relations u25cf Excellent organizational/priority setting skill. u25cf Ability to function effectively as a mentor & team player u25cf On-call (May be a requirement depending on the position) Job Details Legal Employer: NCHEALTH Entity: UNC REX Healthcare Organization Unit: Rex Labor Delivery Operatng Rm Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00 Salary Range: $23.24 - $33.41 per hour (Hiring Range) Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Night Job Location of Job: US:NC:Raleigh Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Created: 2026-04-04