Description

The Obstetrics Technologist (OB Tech) facilitates the operative procedure by preparing and providing the required sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment. Maintains the sterile field and anticipates and responds to the needs of the surgical team.

The OB Tech will partner with the Registered Nurse to participate in patient care.

Position Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a high level of ethical, intellectual, professional, and personal values which are aligned with the Nemours mission, vision, values, Standards of Behavior and enterprise/departmental policies, procedures, and reliable methods.
• Fosters positive and professional working relationships through exemplary communication skills that include curious inquiry, acceptance and delivery of constructive feedback, and timely/accurate provision of information utilizing the Perioperative Services escalation process.
• Demonstrates self-direction and self-motivation in effectively managing time and resources, prioritizing tasks, identifying barriers, and offering recommendations for process improvement
• Demonstrates the ability to work proactively and independently in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency in responding to the needs of the patients, families/guardians, and perioperative team members.
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality of information at all times.
• Demonstrates a commitment to consistent delivery of exceptional care and customer service.
• Participates in educational programs, in-service education, and organizational/departmental meetings as required.
• Demonstrates competency in basic computer skills.
• Maintains clinical and cultural competence through compliance with organizational/departmental requirements/expectations.
• Responsible for additional miscellaneous duties and responsibilities as assigned

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma
• DE Clearances required upon hire and must be maintained for the duration of employment
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required upon hire and must be maintained for the duration of employment
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech in Surgery Certified (NCCT) preferred
• Minimum of 1-year experience Labor and Delivery Surgical Tech experience required

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About Us

Nemours Childrens Health is an internationally recognized childrens health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state-of-the-art childrens hospitals Nemours Childrens Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Childrens Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary-urgent-and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income.

As one of the nation's premier pediatric health systems, were on a journey to discover better ways of approaching childrens health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every childs world a place to thrive. Its a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever.

Inclusion and belonging guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build an inclusive and supportive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.

To learn more about Nemours Childrens and how we go well beyond medicine, visit us at www.nemours.org.