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. Education • High school graduate or equivalent. Licensure • Surgical Technician Certification or documented competency with six months of experience required. • Current AHA or equivalent CPR certification required. Experience • Previous experience as an operating room and/or obstetrical technician required. • Prior unit clerk or secretarial experience with medical terminology preferred. • Prior experience with the delivery process and newborns preferred. Skills • Knowledge of the basic concepts necessary to perform the duties and responsibilities of an operating room technician. • Knowledge of medical terminology. • Ability to transcribe orders accurately. • Ability to perform computer order entry. Physical Effort • Physically able to perform the principal duties and responsibilities of the position. • Requires sitting, standing, bending, walking, kneeling, twisting, pushing, pulling, and lifting. Other • Completion of annual organizational requirements for employment.