Scrub Tech -Labor & Delivery Full Time Night

Scrub Technician

Ranked #1 for Safety, Quality and Patient Satisfaction, Jupiter Medical Center is the leading destination for world-class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast.

Outstanding physicians, state-of-the-art facilities, innovative techniques and a commitment to serving the community enables Jupiter Medical Center to meet a broad range of patient needs. Jupiter Medical Center is the only hospital in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties to receive a 4-star quality and safety rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Education

• High School Graduate or Equivalent

Experience / Qualifications

• Must have one of the following requirements: Certified Scrub Tech or Successful completion of surgical technician training course in an academic or military setting or Certified Nursing Assistant with 3yrs of OB scrub experience
• Certified Scrub Tech (CST) Certification preferred
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers.
• At least 3 years experience in an operating room preferred

Position Summary

The Scrub Technician is a member of the nursing team who contributes to the comfort and wellbeing of the patients by performing specifically assigned tasks and works under the direction of the Registered Nurse.

• Remain current with all the new procedures and are able to assist other team members with instrumentation and equipment associated specifically with the specialty.
• The collaborative efforts of both the RN and Scrub tech is the key to patient care excellence and physician satisfaction.
• Provides surgical scrub assistance for cases performed in Women's Services
• The scrub tech assists the RN in maintaining the OB preferences for listed surgical procedures of the specialty assigned.
• Remain current with all the new procedures and are able to assist other team members with instrumentation and equipment associated specifically with the specialty.
• Support and provide services to the Labor and Delivery/ Post-Partum patients as directed by the Registered Nurse
• Responsible for the establishment / evaluation of the PAR level for supplies as well as the routine stocking, cleaning & maintenance of instruments for the unit
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Team Member Competencies

Establishing RelationshipsBuilds effective networks, working relationships, and alliances to collaborate effectively within department and organization. Can relate to all kinds of people regardless of background; find topics and common interests that can be used to build rapport with others.

Peer SupportProvides guidance and feedback to help others strengthen knowledge/skills needed to accomplish tasks, solve problems, and perform effectively within the team.

Inspiring and Motivating OthersFosters commitment and cohesiveness by facilitating cooperation and working as a team within the organization toward goal accomplishments. Work well with others, build consensus, and ensure cooperation to complete tasks and positive workflow.

Demonstrating Emotional IntelligenceExercises self-leadership, self-awareness, and self-regulation; manages emotions so that they are expressed appropriately; leads others by showcasing adaptability, empathy, and social skills.

Acting with IntegrityInteracts with others in a way that is seen as direct and truthful; ensures confidence in individual and organizational motives and representations. Acts in a way that is consistent with personal and organizational values by keeping confidence, promises, and commitments. Clearly states goals and beliefs; informs people of their true intentions, does what they say they will do; follows through on commitments.

Being a Champion for Change and InnovationSupports people in their efforts to try new things. Things creatively, generates novel and valuable ideas and uses these ideas to develop new or improved processes. Accepts new ways of doing things and adapts to change.

Communicating EffectivelySpeaks and writes clearly, conveys information in a concise, organized, and logical manner. Is adept at tailoring the message to fit the interests and needs of the audience. Listens attentively and exercises tact, discretion, and diplomacy when interacting with members of the department and organization.

Promoting Diversity and InclusionTreats all people with dignity and respect. Demonstrates an open-minded approach to understanding people regardless of their gender, age, race, national origin, religion, ethnicity, disability status, or other characteristics. Challenges bias and intolerance. Develops all-inclusive groups in the realms of social interaction and communication. Shows respect for the beliefs of others; encourages and promotes practices that support cultural diversity; discourages behaviors or practices that may be perceived as unfair, biased, or critical toward people with certain backgrounds.

Physical Requirements:

Frequent gripping and pinching > 10 lbs. Squatting up to 1 minute, Standing up to 2 hours Occasional kneeling on either knee, Occasional lift to 50 lbs. floor to waist Occasional lift to 20 lbs. waist to shoulder, Frequent carry up to 30 lbs. Occasional push/pull up to 40 lbs. Threshold Requirements These threshold requirements are required and completed yearly basis. Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements, in-service and health requirements including attendance at new employee orientation, TB/PPD Surveillance Program. Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certification(s).