OB Technician

At CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs, patients are at the heart of our care. Our campus is designed to heal the body, mind and spirit of every person in a more comfortable, less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services include a new pavilion featuring enhancements in heart and vascular care, surgery, maternity, cancer care, and diagnostic imaging.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in the admission, discharge, and transfer process of patients.

• Set up tables, instruments, and supplies required for cesarean sections, vaginal deliveries, and circumcisions; maintaining sterile technique.

• Respond to patient calls, anticipate their needs, and assure their safety and comfort through regular rounds, environmental maintenance and other appropriate safety measures.

• Maintain appropriate stock and equipment inventories in the department and patient rooms.

• Assist in the preparation and draping of patient and operative area. Prepare, pass, and maintain a correct count of instruments, sutures, sponges, and supplies utilized during the operative procedure.

• Maintain surgical instruments by ensuring proper washing, packaging, sterilization, and storage.

• BLS (Basic Life Support) from the American Heart Association required upon hire

• CNA or Surgical Technologist certification, required

• Experience in a surgical or acute care setting, preferred

While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, and more!