Surgical Technologist
Core
Selects, arranges, and passes surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment during labor and delivery procedures; scrubs in and anticipates surgeon needs.
Role type
Surgical Technologist (Labor & Delivery)
Builds
Sterile instrument sets and supplies for surgical procedures
Domain
Healthcare / Obstetrics & Gynecology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Aseptic technique, instrument handling, sterile supply management, counting instruments/sponges/sharps, OR turnover, safety procedures (radiation/laser/sharps), manual dexterity
Preferred skills
Certified surgical technology education, 2+ years OR experience
Technologies
Surgical instruments, case carts, sterile supplies
Responsibilities
Prepares for surgical procedures by pulling and checking instruments; Anticipates surgeon needs and passes instruments during surgery; Demonstrates aseptic technique and universal precautions; Assists with OR turnover and restocking; Follows safety procedures for specimens, sharps, and infection control; Provides administrative business support to the department.