Perinatal Tech ATRMC (Obstetrics)

Perinatal Tech ATRMC (Obstetrics)

Additional Position Details: FTE: 0.000001 | On Call | Variable Hours/Variable Days

Salary: $28.94 and up (based on qualifications and years of relevant experience). Plus, you will earn extra shift differentials for swing, night, and weekend hours:

• $1.33 extra for working between 3:00pm - 11:00pm
• $2.25 extra for working between 11:01pm and 7:00am
• $1.16 extra for working weekend hours

The Perinatal Tech at Asante Three Rivers Medical Center is a member of the health care team whose primary responsibility is the management and preparation of supplies and equipment for the birth process. In addition, the Perinatal Tech scrubs for operative procedures done in the OB OR, primarily cesarean section deliveries. They function under the direction of the RN and perform all duties in accordance with department policies and procedures. They also carry out the clerical and receptionist duties of the nursing unit.

Successful candidates will have the ability to problem solve; interpret and deal with variables in an efficient, logical manner within scope of practice; have current knowledge and skills appropriate to care of women during the childbearing cycle and well newborn infants; and demonstrate interpersonal skills to represent department to the public and internal customers through actions and behaviors.

As a Perinatal Tech you will have the opportunity to:

• Perform a scrub role demonstrating a surgical conscience based on sterile technique according to recommended AORN guidelines
• Organize the instrumentation and the sterile field and performs all surgical counts consistently, including the safety count
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon, pass appropriate instruments, and assist in exposure of the surgical field
• Assist in Pre-delivery set up, Post-delivery cleanup and instrument management as well as the maintenance of supplies and equipment
• Ensure that everything the nurse and physician/CNM require is available for a successful delivery including the Del cart properly stocked, extra instruments available when needed
• Promote and maintain Asante's Vision and Values

Experience

ONE of the following is required:

• CST: Graduate of nationally accredited, approved by the OHA education program for surgical tech and holds Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTA)
• Completed training for surgical techs in the military and has completed 16 hours continuing education every 2 years
• Documentation showing surgical tech practice during at least 2 of the 3 years immediately preceding 01/01/2017 and completes 16 hours of continuing education every 2 years
• Licensed Practical Nurse licensed by the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) may be accepted in lieu of CST and/or experience requirement

Certifications

• BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified by the American Heart Association (AHA) required upon start
• NRP: Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification, preferred

• Competitive starting wage
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and wellness
• Excellent retirement package with up to 6% employer contribution
• Generous Earned Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement after one year of service

• Competitive starting wage
• An additional 15% on top of the base hourly rate (if not an employee already in a benefited position)
• Benefit option available through the Asante Flexible Workforce plan
• Excellent retirement package with up to a 6% employer contribution

Asante is more than a great hospital system in an amazing location. We are a community of passionate providers and service-focused caregivers who collaborate to deliver amazing patient outcomes; a place where titles don't matter as much as your creativity, drive, and passion. Our culture, values and people create an environment of sustained medical excellence.

Asante is a local, community owned and governed, not-for-profit organization that provides comprehensive health care services to more than 550,000 people in a nine-county area of Southern Oregon and Northern California. It includes Asante Ashland Community Hospital in Ashland, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford, Asante Three Rivers Medical Center in Grants Pass, Asante Physician Partners throughout the Rogue Valley, and additional health care partnerships. Virtually all medical specialties and services are represented within an organization dedicated to providing exceptional care. With over 5,000 employees, Asante's entities offer outstanding opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. At Asante your work positively impacts your family, friends, neighbors and the community. Experience the difference in how you work, how you live and how you connect.

At Asante we are defined by our values - traits that guide us as we serve patients and the community:

Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork

Asante is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ and advance in employment women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.