Job Details
Position Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Certified Surgical Technologist – Labor & Delivery (L&D) to assist obstetricians, nurses, and the surgical team during cesarean sections and other obstetric procedures. The Surgical Technologist will maintain a sterile environment, prepare surgical instruments and supplies, and support safe, high-quality care for mothers and newborns.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare labor and delivery operating rooms for cesarean sections and obstetric procedures
- Set up and maintain sterile fields, surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies
- Assist surgeons and the surgical team during cesarean deliveries and other procedures
- Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and pass instruments and supplies efficiently
- Perform surgical counts before, during, and after procedures
- Assist with patient positioning, preparation, and transfer as needed
- Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment
- Ensure compliance with aseptic technique, infection prevention protocols, and patient safety standards
- Document surgical activities according to facility policies
- Collaborate with obstetricians, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other healthcare professionals
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education activities
Required Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program
- Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification required
- Current BLS certification required
- Minimum 1 year of recent Labor & Delivery or Obstetrical Surgical Technology experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, obstetric procedures, and infection prevention practices
- Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
- Experience with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems preferred
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced surgical environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience assisting with cesarean sections, emergency C-sections, and obstetric surgical procedures
- Previous travel or contract surgical technology experience preferred
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification preferred based on facility requirements
- Strong attention to detail, adaptability, and critical-thinking skills
- Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call schedules as required
Pay Rate
$56.66 - $61.53/hour
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