Surgical Technician I - Labor & Delivery

Job description

Overview
At WakeMed, our mission is to improve the health and well-being of our community—and we do it by delivering outstanding, compassionate care.
WakeMed is seeking a Surgical Technician to support our Labor and Delivery team by providing surgical assistance and helping ensure a safe, efficient environment for patients and care teams. In this role, you will work closely with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support surgical procedures, assist with patient care in triage, and maintain equipment and instruments used throughout the Labor and Delivery unit.
What you'll do
• Prepare and maintain a safe, organized operating room environment for Labor and Delivery procedures.
• Assist surgeons and nurses during surgical procedures while supporting patient safety and quality care.
• Help ensure surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies are available and functioning properly.
• Assist with patient care activities in the triage area as needed.
• Support instrument processing, room breakdown, and equipment care throughout the Labor and Delivery department.

Who you are
• Experienced in surgical technology or a related clinical support role.
• Knowledgeable in sterile technique, surgical procedures, and operating room safety practices.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong communicator who collaborates well with multidisciplinary care teams.
• Committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.

If you are passionate about supporting exceptional patient care and have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply and join the WakeMed team.
Department Description
Benefits/Highlights:
• Sign-On Bonus available for select positions
• Competitive Benefits Package
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Free Onsite Parking

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org .
Licensure
Certified Surgical Technologist Preferred
Education
Graduate Surgical Technology Required - Or Associate's Degree Surgical Technology Required - Or Military - Surgical Technology Required
Experience
No Experience Required