Obstetrical Technician

Obstetrical Technician — Birthplace

Bronson Battle Creek · Full-Time · 12-Hour Day Shift (36 hrs/week) Requisition ID: JOB47717

Role Summary

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Obstetrical Technician serves as a scrub member of the obstetrical/surgical team — assisting with deliveries and surgical procedures, preparing instruments, and maintaining a clean, safe environment. This role also performs clerical and basic patient care duties to support efficient unit operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Surgical Scrub Support — Serve as scrub tech for assigned obstetrical cases; review procedures, assemble trays, set up sterile tables, count instruments/needles/sponges, and pass instruments in anticipation of physician needs
• Delivery & Procedure Prep — Prepare C-section rooms, LDRs, and delivery rooms; assist physicians, CNMs, and nursing staff before, during, and after deliveries
• Room Turnover — Break down rooms following procedures, assist with cleaning, return instruments for sterilization, and restock unused supplies
• Supply & Inventory Management — Check, order, and restock supplies, instruments, and equipment; rotate stock across patient rooms, supply rooms, procedure carts, and utility areas
• Patient Care Support — Answer call lights, obtain vital signs, assist with patient hygiene as directed by an RN or LPN
• Unit Coordination — Answer phones, relay messages, transport specimens, equipment, meal trays, blood products, and pharmacy orders
• Clerical & Documentation — Process orders for lab, X-ray, and diagnostics; enter admissions, transfers, and discharges; transcribe provider orders; maintain patient charts, medication records, and Kardex system
• Fetal Monitoring — Clean, maintain, and operate computers and central fetal monitoring systems

Required Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED
• Experience: 6–12 months of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (State of Michigan)
• Certified Scrub Technologist or completion of a CST program

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
• Ability to work under pressure, make quick decisions, and manage multiple priorities in high-stress situations
• High degree of flexibility, patience, and adaptability to shift work
• Proficiency with basic computer skills, order entry, and electronic charting
• Knowledge of patient chart management and medical office procedures

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Regular lifting up to 50 lbs; occasional heavier lifting with assistance
• Sustained alertness and concentration required; computer use 40–70% of the time