An Opportunity to Join our Remarkable Care OB Scrub Tech in the Birthing Center awaits YOU!!!!
Trinity Health Livonia is one of the nation's top healthcare service providers, spanning five counties in Southeastern Michigan. Trinity Health Livonia represents more than 2,700 physicians and 14,000 nurses and staff, and includes 5 Hospitals, 5 Outpatient Health Centers, 8 Urgent Care Facilities and over 25 Specialty Centers.
Trinity Health Livonia is part of Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation, serving communities in 21 states with 86 hospitals, 128 continuing care facilities and home health and hospice programs.
Trinity Health Livonia is a beautiful full-service, 304-bed acute care hospital, located in Livonia, MI, that provides comprehensive care, including a 24-hour emergency department, general medicine, inpatient and outpatient surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, intensive care unit, cancer, cardiology, geriatrics and birthing and women's health. Through several major expansions in the hospital, programs and services, Trinity Health Livonia continues to offer the latest in quality health and medical services. St. Mary Mercy has received numerous awards recognizing excellence in clinical outcomes, patient safety, financial performance and efficiency.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
JOB SUMMARY
Primary responsibility is scrubbing for Cesarean Sections and/or other operative procedures performed in the
Birthing Center, such as Dilatation and Curettage, Hysterectomy or Cerclage removal. In addition this role will have the responsibility for stocking the two operating rooms and assuring maintenance of stock, supplies and instruments/case carts for this area, and stocking of patient rooms and Triage. Assists with Circumcisions, performs PKUs, hearing screening as needed, car seat inspections, pantry and supply ordering, and performs routine patient care (e.g. vital signs, bed making, bed baths, assists patients to shower).
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Serving patients in a manner conducive with their comfort and safety maintaining aseptic Technique.Performing duties in accordance with AORN standardsResponding to emergencies requiring operative intervention in an appropriate and timely manner, by quickly and efficiently preparing the OR.Working under the direction of the RN who is circulating for the surgery and the Charge Nurse in the Birthing Center.Performs all patient care services Hearing Screening for neonates when volunteers are unavailable.Performs PKUs on all neonates at 24 hours of ageSet up the operating room and opens supplies, instrument packs noting the time opened on white board in OR. Scrubs for 7 minutes, gowns and gloves.Sets up gown and correct size gloves for surgeons.Counts sponges, sharps and instruments with circulator.Correctly sets up Mayo stand and back table.Gowns and gloves surgeons and assistants.Moves Mayo stand up to the field and hands connector end of bovie and suction to circulator.Passes instruments and scalpel to surgeon, keeping instruments off field and on Mayo when not in use.Has bulb syringe and/or suction catheter available as soon as baby’s head is delivered and makes sure field is clear when baby is born.Passes 2 cord clamp: Kelly and bandage scissors to cut cord.Receives placenta in basin.Counts sponges, sharps all instruments when uterus is closed.Keeps instruments free of blood and tissue by wiping with sterile wet sponge or swishing in sterile water (NEVER SALINE)Counts sponges, sharps when closing peritoneum.Counts sponges and flaps when closing fasciaPrepares dressing after skin closure given to surgeon.Makes sure skin incision is protected before removing drape.Properly disposes of sharps and place suction canister and other contaminates in red bag.Pulls all linen and trash and place linen bag, trash bag and red bag on top of case cart. Soaks and drains instruments and sends to CPD via elevator in Dirty Utility Room.Disposes of all trash and linen in proper receptacles.After room is cleaned: stock, replace case-cart, replaces suction canister and prepare room for set-up.Takes/sends all specimens to lab within one hour.Monitors all OR supplies and instruments to maintain par levels.Checks all instruments/supplies for expiration dates.Assists with refrigerator checksOther appropriate tasks/assignments as delegated by the Charge Nurse.Car seat inspections for all patients being discharged.AGE SPECIFIC CRITERIA This position does not does provide patient care.Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients.
Ages of Patients Served by the assigned unit
Infancy (Birth to 1 year)
School Age (6 to 12 years)
Adulthood (30 to 65 years)
Toddler (1 to 3 years)
Adolescent (12 to 18 years)
Elderly (65 to death)
Preschool (3 to 6 years)
Young Adult (18 to 30 years)
All Age Groups (Birth & above)
SERVICE EXCELLENCE STANDARDS
Maintains a working knowledge of St. Mary Mercy’s Service Excellence standards and incorporates them into daily activities in order to ensure that all customers are treated in a manner consistent with St. Mary Mercy’s and Trinity Health’s mission.
The Standards are: Appearance, Attitude, Respect, Responsiveness, Courtesy, Communication.
STEWARDSHIP
Demonstrates adherence to Trinity Health’s Compliance Integrity Program, code of Ethics, as well as other policies of St. Mary Mercy Hospital and Trinity Health. Demonstrates punctuality and adheres to attendance policies. Uses departmental resources in a cost-effective manner and manages own work activities efficiently and effectively. Demonstrates initiative and seeks opportunities to enhance operating performance
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
A.Education
High school graduate or equivalent.B.Licensure
·Certification from OR Scrub Tech program preferred. If hired without certification, must take certification examination within six months of hire.
C.Training and Experience
·Previous scrub experience in a perioperative or OB setting desirable.
·1 year of patient care experience in acute care in-patient setting preferred.
D.Job Knowledge
·Solid knowledge base related to aseptic technique.
·BCLS certification and recertification as required
·Specific job knowledge required by Certified OB Tech
·Computer knowledge necessary to effectively utilize hospital systems.
DEMANDS
A.Physical
Good physical and mental health.Finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments/equipment.Visual and aural acuity.Turning, stooping, stretching and lifting. Lifting requires the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds frequently and 10 pounds constantly to move objects.Special
Why should you consider Trinity Health Livonia?
*Competitive Salaries and Shift Differentials
*Rich Benefits package which include Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time off, Retirement Saving Plan with employer contribution option, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability.
* Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health in 21 different states!!
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.