Surgical Tech - OB Tech

OB Tech

Performs a variety of technical duties to assist with obstetric surgery and patient care in the Labor & Delivery areas. Functions as a member of the patient-centered care team to provide direct patient care activities in the obstetrical services/maternal and newborn areas under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or a medical provider. Assists nursing and medical staff with the performance of procedures and tests.

Assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and performs care activities such as specimen collection, phlebotomy, intravenous (IV) insertion, Foley Catheter care, and documentation of observations in the health record. Assists with patient preparation and execution of obstetric and gynecological surgical procedures (e.g., cesarean deliveries, emergent hysterectomies, cerclage, and D&C) by anticipating surgeon needs, maintaining aseptic technique, and demonstrating knowledge of specialty instrumentation.

Sets up sterile equipment, sterile field, and surgical tables, checks equipment functionality, ensures instrument integrity, and assists with room turnover and sterilization of the OR and Labor & Delivery environments. Cleans and disposes of surgical instruments, fluids, linens, trash, and other materials post-procedure. Measures and records vital signs, intake/output, height/weight, and other clinical data; performs point of care testing for glucose monitoring and assists with other bedside diagnostic procedures.

Supports the care team during vaginal births, prepares instruments and treatment areas, and maintains equipment such as fetal monitors and infant warmers. Ensures patient dignity, privacy, and comfort; provides 1:1 observation when necessary; rounds on patients and communicates changes in condition to the registered nurses and/or other members of the care team. Prepares patients for exams and procedures, assists with treatments, and performs delegated clinical tasks as needed.

Orders, receives, stocks, and distributes supplies and equipment; ensures sterile integrity of supplies and assists in maintaining par levels. Attends staff meetings and educational sessions; participates in quality improvement initiatives. Serves as a technical resource for surgical instruments and equipment and certified nursing assistant or patient care tech role responsibilities.