Obstetrical Scrub Technician

Obstetrical Scrub Technician

Job Post Date:

05/05/2026 Req # 28242 Nursing Support

WHITE PLAINS HOSPITAL

Labor & Delivery 6E Full Time Night 6p-6a, 13 shifts per month, weekends and Holidays

Salary Range:

$73,326.24

• 109,989.

36 White Plains Hospital Job Description

Title:

Department/Location:

OB Scrub Tech Labor & Delivery

Job Code:

500367

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt s to: Nurse Manager Assistant Nurse Manager Position Summary Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, Assistant Nurse Manager or Registered Professional Nurse, the Scrub Technician handles the instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during surgical procedures. The technician has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeons. The OB Scrub Technician has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during operative procedures and is constantly vigilant for maintaining sterile technique. Essential Functions and Responsibilities which Includes the

Following:

Understands and ads to the WPH Performance Standards and Behaviors. Essential functions and responsibilities as per New York Public Health Law 2824

• Surgical technology and surgical technologists, Checks supplies and equipment prior to surgical procedure.

Scrubs, sets up, counts and assists intra-operatively. Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique. Collects and labels cord gases at deliveries. Assists surgeon and RN with post-procedure care. Handles specimens appropriately. Prepares instruments for decontamination. Assists with preparing/picking OR cases. Follows WPH policies and procedures for Infection Control and Fire Code. Identifies malfunctioning equipment appropriately. Follows patient safety standards. Responds appropriately in emergency situations. Completespetency requirements. Attend all mandatory in-services. Utilizes cost containment practices. Completes 15 hours of Continuing Education Credits as required by New York State Law (Effective January 1, 2015). The act shall take place on the first day of the eighteenth month after it bes law (July 1, 2016). Performs all other related duties as assigned Education & Experience Requirements High School Diploma or GED required and must meet one of the following: Graduate from a CAAHEP

• or ABHES
• accredited program and holds and maintains CST certification ("has successfullypleted a nationally accredited educational program for surgical technologists and holds and maintains a Certified Surgical Technologist credential administered by a nationally accredited surgical technologist credentialinganization"); or Completed a military surgical technology program; or Is grandfatd.

A person may be grandfatd by providing evidence that he or she was employed as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility for a cumulative period of one year, occurring within the four years immediately prior to the effective date of this section. (The effective date is 18 months after it bes law.) Any employer of persons performing surgical technology on the effective date of this section shall confirm in writing his or her employment in a capacity performing surgical technology in a healthcare facility as of the effective date of this section; or Is in the service of the federal government, to the extent the person is performing duties related to that service. Certification by a nationally accredited surgical technologist credentialinganization (i.e., Certified Surgical Technologist-CST). BLS certification (through American Heart Association) is required. Prior experience as Surgical Technologist preferred. Core Competencies Excellent Communication Skills Teamwork Adaptability Strong Problem Solving, Judgment & Decision-Making Skills Stress Tolerance Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital's SDS (Safety Data Sheet) database and may be accessed through the hospital's Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS database can also be found on the hospital switchboard, d on a disc. Must be physically able to frequently transport objects more than 50 lbs. and lift patients of all weights with a minimum of one (1) assist or assistive device; perform difficult manipulative, arm

• hand steadiness and hand
• eye coordination skills; remain in a stationary prolonged period for longer than 60 minutes frequently.

Must be physically able to meet all regulatory requirements 100% of the time. Must have the ability to concentrate on fine detail with interruption and attend to tasks for more than 60 minutes at a time. Individual must be able to understand theories behind several related concepts and remember multiple tasks given during the course of a day. Must be able to detect objects closely and far away and hear normal sounds with some background noises constantly. Must be able to work in a cool environment. Primary Population Served Check appropriate box(s) below: â˜'Neonatal (birth

• 28 days) â˜'Patients with exceptionalmunication needs Infant (29 days
• less than 1 year) â˜'Patients with developmental delays Pediatric (1
• 12 years) â˜'Patients at end of life â˜'Adolescent (13
• 17 years) â˜'Patients under isolation precautions â˜'Adult (18
• 64 years) â˜'Patients with cultural needs Geriatric (> 65 years) All populations â˜'Bariatric Patients with weight relatedorbidities Non-patient care population The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of White Plains Hospital.

Salary Range:

$73,326.24

• 109,989.

36 (Based on Full Time Employment) The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential basepensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).