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The OB Technician (OBT) provides support to the RN and the Physician in the care of obstetric patients. The OBT performs OR procedures following department standards: maintenance of sepsis; positioning; prepping and draping; needle count; instrument count; sponge count; specimen care; dressing application. The OBT is responsible to assist the physician on all cesarean and vaginal deliveries following these standards. The OBT is responsible for ensuring necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment are available for cesarean or vaginal procedures. He/she should be able to anticipate physician needs, communicate with the physician, and utilize other available sources of information to coordinate and provide the necessary items for delivery. The OBT also assists with escorting patients to triage rooms, taking specimens to the lab, if applicable, transfer of patients, and discharging of patients. They are expected to have computer skills necessary to perform the job as well as collaborate with the rest of the obstetric team for other necessary duties to perform. The must demonstrate the ability to follow directions and contribute to problem solving and conflict resolution in day to day situations. They will interact in a courteous, customer focused manner. They must accept delegation and work as a contributing team member. The RN is responsible for coordination all care and outcomes.
Job Responsibility:
Recognizes and demonstrates knowledge to respond appropriately to obstetric emergencies
Demonstrates the ability to prioritize, organize and plan for necessary equipment, supplies and instruments
Emphasizes family centered care
During spontaneous vaginal deliveries and cesarean section births, demonstrates knowledge of and ability to maintain the sterile environment
Accurately enter physician's orders and charges into computer system
Demonstrates ability to follow directions and contributes to problem solving and conflict resolution
Answer call lights and main entrance to locked unit
Accurately transport specimens to the lab or cardiopulmonary lab
Perform all non-clinical duties as related to patient admissions, transfers, and discharges
Demonstrate appropriate prioritization skills
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department