Job Information
Catholic Health Initiatives OB Technician in Council Bluffs, Iowa
Overview
At CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs patients are at the heart of our care. Our campus is designed to heal the body mind and spirit of every person in a more comfortable less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services include a new pavilion featuring enhancements in heart and vascular care surgery maternity cancer care and diagnostic imaging.
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
Assist in the admission discharge and transfer process of patients.
Set up tables instruments and supplies required for cesarean sections vaginal deliveries and circumcisions; maintaining sterile technique.
Respond to patient calls anticipate their needs and assure their safety and comfort through regular rounds environmental maintenance and other appropriate safety measures.
Maintain appropriate stock and equipment inventories in the department and patient rooms.
Assist in the preparation and draping of patient and operative area. Prepare pass and maintain a correct count of instruments sutures sponges and supplies utilized during the operative procedure.
Maintain surgical instruments by ensuring proper washing packaging sterilization and storage.
Qualifications
BLS (Basic Life Support) from the American Heart Association required upon hire
CNA or Surgical Technologist certification required
Experience in a surgical or acute care setting preferred
While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry we’ll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision FSA matching retirement plans paid vacation adoption assistance and more!
Pay Range
$20.62 - $28.35 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
