Labor and Delivery Surgical Technologist at Lowell General Hospital summary: The Labor and Delivery Surgical Technologist at Lowell General Hospital plays a crucial role in peri-operative procedures during labor and delivery. This position requires preparing supplies, assisting in surgical operations, maintaining aseptic techniques, and supporting patient care under RN supervision. The technologist contributes to quality improvement initiatives and ensures the operating rooms are clean and well-stocked. To learn more about our updated salaries - Apply Today We Also Offer Highly Competitive Sign-On Bonuses Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose/Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers. Why Join Us? At Tufts Medicine - Lowell General Hospital , we’re more than a health system – we’re a community of the brightest minds and the biggest hearts in healthcare. We combine academic innovation with compassion and community. If that excites you, then you belong with us at Lowell General Hospital . What We Offer Competitive salaries & benefits Medical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one 403(b) Retirement with company match Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities for career growth Free on-site parking Job Overview The Delivery Room Technologists independently function in a professional manner for peri-operative procedures in Labor & Delivery, surgical scrub for C-sections, D&C's and vaginal deliveries. Location: Lowell General Hospital - 295 Varnum Avenue - Lowell, MA Hours: 36 hours nights - 7:00p - 7:00a/EOW, EOH Minimum Qualifications 1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. Before July 1, 2013, employed as a surgical technologist in a surgical facility; OR Successfully completed a training program for surgical technology in the military; OR Graduated from an accredited Surgical Tech Program. 3. 0-Less than 12 Months of healthcare experience. 4. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification. Duties and Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list . Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. 1. Selects and prepares the appropriate supplies and equipment for any of the above cases. 2. Scrubs on surgical cases, participates in surgery by organizing the instrumentation for the surgeon, participating in surgical counts, and performs related activities under the directions of the surgeon. 3. When not participating on surgical cases the Delivery Room Technologist will assist the circulator, with positioning obtaining needed items during surgery, and assisting in room turnover activities. 4. The Delivery Room Technologist will participate in Labor & Delivery activities related to quality improvement, continuing education, orientation of new personnel and emergency preparedness. 5. The Delivery Room Technologist will maintain current knowledge in area(s) of surgical aseptic technique, peri-operative procedures in Labor & Delivery, surgical scrub for C-sections, D&C's and vaginal deliveries, pre-operative patient care, support of the labor patient under direct RN supervision, provide patient transportation, the ordering supplies, charge data and order entry as needed. 6. Cleans and restocks LDR rooms after a patient has delivered and been transported to another area. 7. Cleans and restocks C-section room after surgery is completed and the patient is transferred to the recovery area. Order supplies and linen for Labor & Delivery. About Lowell General For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most. Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careerstuftsmedicine.org . Keywords: Labor and Delivery, Surgical Technologist, Peri-operative Care, Healthcare, Surgical Procedures, Patient Care, C-sections, Quality Improvement, Lowell General Hospital, BLS Certification