LPN Scrub Tech

About Arnot Health
Arnot Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services to the Southern Tier of New York and Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. Campuses include Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira; Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath, NY; and over 40 medical offices in the Southern Tier. Arnot Health is currently affiliated with more than 300 physicians from 50+ specialties.

Arnot Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.

Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Arnot Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.

We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.

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Arnot Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Labor and Delivery Technician to join our Labor and Delivery team on a per diem basis. This flexible role offers the unique opportunity to be part of one of the most important and memorable moments in a patient's life-welcoming a new baby into the world. Under the direction of a registered nurse, the LPN plays a vital role in providing high-quality, patient-focused care during labor, delivery, and recovery.

JOB TITLE: LABOR AND DELIVERY TECHNICIAN -VERSION 2

MAIN FUNCTION:

The Labor and Delivery (L&D) Technician provides technical and clinical support in the L & D area. In collaboration with the unit management team and staff nurses, implements specific procedural and technical tasks.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical as Scrub Assistant

1. Maintains an orderly surgical field so supplies can be handed quickly and

efficiently.

2. Prevents injury to the patient by removing heavy or sharp instruments from the operative site as soon as the surgeon has finished using them.

3. Prevents contamination of the surgical field by the strict practice of aseptic

technique.

4. Prevents the possible contamination of team members by following Universal Precautions standards.

5. Is alert to any intraoperative dangers to the patient.

6. Takes part in sponge, needle, and instrument counts, per protocol. These items must be accounted for during the procedure. The technician takes part in counting the items before, during and after the surgery to ensure that they are not left in the wound.

7. Accepts and properly identifies any medications or solutions according to

medication safety guidelines.

8. Properly identifies and preserves the specimens received during surgery.

9. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon by watching the progress of the surgery and knowing the various steps of the procedure. He/she passes instruments and other supplies in an acceptable manner.

10. Assists the surgeon in tissue retraction, suture cutting, fluid evacuation or sponging the wound.

11. Assembles all instruments and supplies and prepares them for decontamination and resterilization. Assists in the safe clean-up of the operating suite following Universal Precautions.

Other Skills

12. Assists in ordering and stocking supplies for the department.

13. Prepares instruments and supplies for sterilization. The technician takes part in cleaning instruments and supplies and in wrapping them properly for sterilization. He/she is knowledgeable about sterilization techniques and is responsible for maintenance of equipment.

14. Assists in the safe transportation of patients in and out if the department.

15. Assists in restocking the operating room suites by removing outdated items.

16. Assists in the preparation and selection of equipment for scheduled procedures.

Knowledge Base

17. Understands aseptic techniques.

18. Understands the different processes to render objects clean, disinfected, and/orsterilized.

Problem Solving/Decision Making

19. Practices effective problem identification and resolution skills as a method of sound decision-making.

20. Sets priorities appropriately.

Working Relationships

21. Uses effective working relationships with all health care team members.

Patients' Rights

22. Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patient/significant others rights.

Emergency Situations

23. Performs calmly and efficiently in emergency situations following appropriate unit and Arnot Health protocols and procedures.

Self-Development

24. Attends continuing education programs designed to increase flexibility in job performance, communication, and knowledge of technical aspects of position.

25. Attends all annual mandatory educational programs as required by position.

26. Provides age appropriate care to patients (Refer to age-specific competencies).

27. Employee understands and demonstrates the importance of satisfying the needs of the customer by interacting with him/her in a friendly and caring way, being attentive to the customer's needs, both psychologically and physically, and by taking the initiative to maintain communication with the customer in order to provide a secure and pleasant experience with the Arnot Health.

• It is understood that this job description lists typical duties for the classification and is not to be considered inclusive of all duties, which may be assigned.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent experience required, with on-the-job training or a graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology. May also be a graduate of a Practical Nursing Program registered by the New York State Education Department or by the licensing authority of another state. Current NYS LPN licensure preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum one-year hospital experience.

CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) REQUIREMENTS:

Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire date.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Moderate physical effort required, to include lifting, reaching, stooping, and bending. Ability to read and write required. Direct patient care tasks required. Required to be on feet much of time.

EXPOSURE CATEGORY:

Category I. Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.

** A.D.A Essential Functions

Pay Range Disclosure:

• Standard Rate of $26.15 to $37.00 per hour plus benefits

Centralus and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Centralus Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].