Obstetrical Technician

At NorthBay Healthcare the obstetrical technician (OBT) is responsible and accountable for scrubbing for all OB surgeries in Labor & Delivery. In the absence of the unit clerk the OBT also performs unit clerk functions to include general clerical and reception duties.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Utilize sterile technique to surgically assist physicians with such procedures as c/sections and tubal ligations. 
• Function effectively during obstetrical emergencies.
• Prepare the surgical and delivery rooms and for assisting with patient care duties as assigned.  
• Works in collaboration with the entire healthcare team to provide each patient and family member excellent customer service.
• Support the mission, vision, values and expectation of excellence of the organization.

At NorthBay Health, our vision is to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care to all who need it. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering compassionate and effective healthcare solutions. We invite you to join us in our mission to ensure that every patient and family member feels valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey.

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent.

Licensure: 

• Surgical Technician Certification or documented competency with 6 months experience required.
• Current AHA or equivalent CPR Certification required.

Experience:

• Previous experience as an operating room/obstetrical technician required.
• Prior unit clerk/secretarial experience with medical terminology preferred.  
• Prior experience with the delivery process and newborns preferred.

Skills:

• Must have knowledge of the basic concepts necessary for the performance of the duties expected of the operating room technician.
• Must have knowledge of medical terminology, be able to transcribe orders and perform computer order entry.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Demonstrates the True North values. The True North values are a set of value-based behaviors that are to be consistently demonstrated and role modeled by all employees that work at NorthBay Health. The True North values principles consist of Nurture/Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust and Hardwire Excellence. 

Work Hours:

• Total Hours: At least four (4) shifts each month, or more as determined by the department's per diem availability standard and process 
• Shift: 12-hour shifts

Compensation: 

• Hourly Salary Range $50.20-$61.07(Offered hourly rate based on years of experience)
• 10% per diem differential included in salary range
• Plus, Generous Shift Differentials 

At NorthBay Health, we are guided by our values: Nurturing Care; Own It; Respect; Build Trust; and Hardwire Excellence. These principles lead us to our TRUE NORTH and inspire us to provide exceptional care. 

These values serve as the foundation of everything we do, guiding us to deliver individualized care with integrity and accountability. We are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, where every team member is valued and empowered to contribute their best to the health and well-being of those we serve. 

This is an exciting time to join NorthBay Health.

As an independent, nonprofit health system north of the San Francisco Bay Area, in the Napa/Solano Region, we are expanding our footprint across Solano, Yolo, and Napa counties to meet the evolving needs of our communities. With two acute-care hospitals—including a Level II Trauma Center and a modern maternity unit with a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)—along with a comprehensive cancer center, multiple urgent care facilities, and a growing network of primary and specialty clinics, we are investing in the future of care across the region.

NorthBay Health we are home to advanced clinical programs and nationally recognized cardiovascular, neuroscience, and orthopedic services, as well as comprehensive surgical and outpatient specialties. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing (one of only 12 organizations nationwide) and recognition from U.S. News & World Report as “High Performing” in multiple clinical areas, including maternity care, heart failure, and stroke. NorthBay Medical Center has earned the High Performing designation in maternity care for four consecutive years.

As the only locally governed health system in the region, we remain deeply rooted in our communities while growing into a trusted regional healthcare leader. If you are seeking meaningful work, collaborative teams, and the opportunity to help shape the future of healthcare in Northern California, you will find it at NorthBay Health.

Join us with our commitment to excellence, to achieve our vision to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve.

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