Surgical Support Specialist - Labor & Delivery (Hiring Immediately)

Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, current bargaining unit employees have priority consideration for this position if they apply within seven (7) days of the posting date. After this period, all applicants will be considered equally. GENERAL SUMMARY : An OR Technician / OB Technician (ORT / OBT) is a member of the WCC surgical team who acts as a primary scrub person and must be technically adept by handling the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary before, during and after the surgical procedure / vaginal delivery. He / She may also circulate under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The ORT / OBT must be able to take call as scheduled, anticipate the needs of the surgeon, have excellent adaptation and coping skills, have excellent organizational skills and be a team player. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to lift patient and equipment with assistance of other personnel or without as need dictates. ORT / OBT must have excellent communication skills and maintains asepsis, supplies and inventory at all times. QUALIFICATIONS : Education / Skills Required : 1. High school graduate or equivalent. 2. Graduate of a surgical technology school with certification obtained within 12 months from graduation OR proof of one year of employment as a surgical technician within the four years immediately prior to January 1, 2015. OR a currently Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State. 3. Meets requirements of pre-employment screening and physical. 4. Excellent attendance record required. 5. Possess basic windows knowledge. 6. Must be able to take call as scheduled. 7. Must be self-motivated and technically adept. 8. Able to handle a high stress level. 9. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods. 10. BLS Certified preferred or obtain within six months. 11. Knowledge of technical OR equipment and / or Anatomy & Physiology. 12. Knowledge of inputing physician orders supply orders preferred. 13. Proof of 15 hours of continuing education yearly. As applicable, the individual has training / competency in attending to the special needs and / or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided