Provides technical support to obstetricians and nurses in operating and delivery rooms by preparing supplies and instrumentation. Responsible for maintaining a sterile environment and providing direct and indirect care to female patients and neonates.
OB Surgical Tech Job Code
SS1241 Full Time Nights 7p-7a with weekends rotate ABOUT US We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world-class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients in the local setting of UVA Health’s community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team’s talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home. As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people’s lives every day.
JOB
TYPE
Classification:
Non
Exempt
Supervises
Positions: JOB SUMMARY The Obstetrical Surgical Technician is a member of the Obstetrical healthcare team who provides technical support to the obstetrician/surgeon and registered nurse in the operating and delivery room settings. This position assists in the preparation of supplies and equipment for surgical and delivery procedures and provides the appropriate instrumentation necessary for the obstetrician/surgeon to perform these procedures. The OB Surgical Tech is responsible for maintaining current knowledge of trends in the operating room, including new products, procedures, and physicians’ techniques. Provides assistance in the maintenance of aseptic cleaning of the Operating Room pre and post procedure and maintains a par level of supplies within the Family Birth Center. Performs indirect and direct patient care of the neonate, and female patients under the direct supervision of a RN. Provides patient care support, maintenance of nursing unit, housekeeping and dietary tasks, and clerical support for the nursing unit.
Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or GED. Graduate of an approved Operating Room Technician program preferred.
OB surgical tech roles in Virginia are typically driven by ongoing labor and delivery and operating room staffing needs, especially in hospitals and women’s health units. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with approved OR technician training, current Surgical Tech certification, and hands-on surgical scrub experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and tailor your application to highlight OB, scrub, and certification experience.
3 years of Surgical Scrub Tech experience preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.
Licensure
Current Surgical Tech Certification required, or if employed prior to July 1, 2021, registration with the Virginia Board of Medicine required.
Additional
Skills/Requirements
Required: Ability to create and maintain a sterile field. Knowledge of specialized instrumentation and equipment for various surgical procedures. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure materials. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in writing, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Basic understanding of medical terminology. Computer skills.
Additional
Skills/Requirements
Preferred:
N/A
Competencies
Communication: Collaborates with the leadership team and UCIC to identify and resolve unit issues. Keeps co-workers and intra-op staff informed of any updates/issues. Follows written instructions as needed.
Technical
Competency: : Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate to the age of the patients served. Collects, organizes, and enters information into the patient scheduling application. Assists with various types of surgical operations providing technically skilled duties, serving as first assist. Demonstrates knowledge of instrumentation and sterile/aseptic technique. The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.
Physical
DEMANDS
Physical
Demand
Code:
Medium to
Heavy
Physical
Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Community Health. OTHER May require the use of safety equipment, such as
HEPA mask, for infection prevention:
Yes
On call responsibilities as directed: Yes Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes
The base compensation range for this role is $27.00 - $46.76 hourly.
Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. Please note that the pay range does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions.
We are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
Requirements
Requires a High School Diploma and a current Surgical Tech Certification. Preference is given to graduates of an approved Operating Room Technician program with 3 years of surgical scrub experience.
