OB Surgical Technologist – Labor & Delivery
A leading acute care hospital is seeking an experienced OB Surgical Technologist to join its Labor & Delivery team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Surgical Tech who thrives in a fast-paced obstetrical environment and is passionate about supporting exceptional maternal and newborn care.
The OB Surgical Technologist plays a critical role during operative procedures by maintaining sterile technique, preparing instruments and supplies, anticipating surgeon needs, and supporting safe, high-quality patient care throughout labor and delivery surgical cases.
Schedule:
- Full-Time
- Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
- 13 shifts per month
- Weekends and holidays required
Compensation:
- Salary Range: $80,000 – $110,000 annually
- Compensation based on experience, education, certifications, and internal equity
Position Responsibilities:
- Prepare and maintain sterile surgical fields for OB procedures
- Scrub, set up, count instruments, and assist during surgical procedures
- Anticipate surgeon needs throughout operative cases
- Assist with post-procedure care alongside nursing staff
- Collect and label cord gases during deliveries
- Handle surgical specimens appropriately
- Prepare instruments for decontamination and sterilization
- Assist with OR case preparation and supply management
- Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and emergency response protocols
- Identify and report malfunctioning equipment
- Participate in continuing education and competency requirements
- Support cost containment and operational efficiency initiatives
Required Education & Training:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Must meet one of the following:
- Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program with CST certification
- Completion of a military surgical technology program
- Grandfathered surgical technologist status under New York State law
- Federal service-related surgical technology experience
Certifications:
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) preferred/required based on eligibility pathway
- BLS Certification through the American Heart Association required
Experience:
- Prior Surgical Technologist experience preferred
- OB or Labor & Delivery surgical experience strongly preferred
Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate is a highly detail-oriented OB Surgical Technologist who is committed to patient safety, surgical excellence, and compassionate maternal care. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced Labor & Delivery environment and collaborating closely with nurses, physicians, and surgical teams.