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Position Description $33.364- $45.570* Hourly Includes Obstetrics/Surgical Technologist Certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) certification calculation per MOU Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis until the position is filled. The eligible list established by this recruitment may be used to fill future and current permanent and temporary needs as they arise. Exam#25/50U23/07SS. Position Description Natividad is currently accepting applications for Obstetrical (OB) Technician positions. Under close supervision, this incumbent assists surgeons and nurses in specialized patient care and treatment in the Labor and Delivery Unit. The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To learn more about the eligibility requirements and the process, be sure to read the Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses section located towards the end of this job flier. Examples of Duties THE SIGNIFICANT DUTIES OF THE POSITION Assists surgeons and registered nurses in obstetrical operations including cesarean sections, D&C's, BTL's, etc., by performing scrub nurse duties which include selecting and passing appropriate sterile instruments as needed. Performs operating room duties including transporting, positioning, draping, and skin preparation of patients according to A.O.R.N. standards. Collects, prepares, and stores specimens obtained during surgery and newborn delivery and logs according to policy. Facilitates the use of solutions and medications on the surgical field by appropriately preparing them according to physician's order and preparing documentation. Maintains a record of items used in each surgical procedure and participates in surgical counts per policy. Disinfects operating room and labor and delivery room, surgical instruments and equipment and prepares for sterilization. Prepares room for next procedure/delivery. Participates in the requisitioning, storing and issuing of supplies and stocking ensuring outdates supplies are discarded and equipment in in working order at all times. Performs duties of a nursing assistant including monitoring and recording patient vital signs, assisting patients with personal hygiene, meds, back rubs, etc. Performs a variety of clerical duties including receptionist functions, transcribing orders, assembling discharge charts, answering phones, and entering data in computer. Examples Of Experience/Education/Training THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Will have proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Thorough Knowledge Of Aseptic techniques and methods. Utilization and maintenance of surgical instruments and equipment. Gowning, scrubbing, and gloving procedure. Utilization and maintenance of Labor and Delivery instruments and equipment. Universal precautions for handling blood and body fluids. Working Knowledge of : Safety practices including proper body mechanics. Basic nursing care within the scope of practice for a Certified Nursing Assistant; medical terminology; data entry. Skill and Ability to: Assist physicians and nurses during an operation. Account for all surgical instruments and equipment used during an operation or procedure. Organize and maintain clinical and surgical records and charts. Transcribe and enter orders accurately. Observe and record observations of patients. Perform vital signs accurately; assist patients with personal hygiene. Act quickly and efficiently in emergencies. Work cooperatively with physicians, nurses, patients, and staff. Anticipate the instrument and supply needs of physicians as a condition of employment. Examples Of Experience/Education/Training Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is : Education : Completion of a training program as an Obstetrical Technician OR Experience : One year of experience assisting physicians in obstetrical surgeries and deliveries in an acute care hospital Additional Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Natividad req