• Surgical Technologist - Labor & Delivery

    Baystate Health (Springfield, MA)


    Labor & Delivery Surgical Technologist

    **Location:** Baystate Medical Center – Springfield, MA

    **Department:** Labor & Delivery

    **Schedule:** Per Diem

     

    About Baystate Medical Center

     

    Baystate Medical Center is a nationally ranked, academic medical center and the flagship hospital of Baystate Health. As a Level 1 Trauma Center and the region’s only tertiary care provider, we offer the most advanced care in western Massachusetts. We are a teaching hospital affiliated with UMass Chan Medical School – Baystate and a leader in research, education, and compassionate patient care.

    Summary

    Baystate Health is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated **Labor & Delivery Surgical Technologist** to join our compassionate, fast-paced team. This vital role supports the surgical care of birthing patients by ensuring optimal preparation, execution, and monitoring of surgical procedures—particularly cesarean sections and other operative births.

     

    Under the direction of the Unit Manager, RN Clinical Operations Coordinator, and RN Service Leads, the Surgical Technologist will assist physicians and surgeons by preparing and maintaining the sterile field, anticipating procedural needs, and facilitating efficient, safe, and patient-centered care in the operative suite.

     

    This position requires advanced knowledge of aseptic technique, human anatomy, and surgical procedures, along with the ability to work in high-stakes environments while providing respectful and empathetic care to patients and families.

    Key Responsibilities

    + **Surgical Support:** Prepare the Labor & Delivery operating suite for surgical procedures, including appropriate setup of instrumentation, equipment, and sterile supplies.

    + **First Scrub Role:** Maintain proficiency in the first scrub role, anticipating the surgeon’s needs and ensuring proper sterile field maintenance throughout the procedure.

    + **Adaptability:** Respond to rapidly changing conditions in emergent OB cases with professionalism and technical expertise.

    + **Knowledge Integration:** Apply understanding of normal and abnormal anatomy, pathology, and pharmacological agents to ensure safe patient care and procedure-specific support.

    + **Multitasking & Independence:** Work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple priorities in high-pressure clinical situations.

    + **Equipment & Instrumentation:** Maintain and troubleshoot surgical equipment, ensuring readiness for all labor & delivery procedures.

    + **Education & Development:** Participate in ongoing professional development and maintain required certifications and competencies as part of Baystate’s Surgical Technologist Level III clinical recognition ladder.

    Required Qualifications

    + Graduation from an accredited surgical technology program (Committee on Allied Health Education Association or equivalent).

    + Certification as a Surgical Technologist (required unless exempt under MA law prior to July 1, 2013).

    + Demonstrated expertise in sterile technique, anatomy, and perioperative care.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Experience in Labor & Delivery or Women’s Health surgical procedures is strongly preferred.

    Skills & Competencies

    + Strong knowledge of human anatomy and surgical instrumentation

    + Expertise in sterile and aseptic techniques

    + Excellent organizational and communication skills

    + Ability to remain calm and focused in high-acuity, emergent situations

    + Technical proficiency with surgical tools and technologies

    + Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills with a patient-centered focus

     

    Why Baystate Health?

     

    At Baystate Health, you’ll join a team that values clinical excellence, compassion, integrity, and innovation. We are committed to supporting our employees through professional development, state-of-the-art facilities, and a culture of inclusion and collaboration.

     

    This is your opportunity to contribute meaningfully to patient care at one of New England’s top healthcare systems—where **you make a difference every day** .

     

    _Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace._

     

    You Belong At Baystate

     

    At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. It makes us not just an organization, but also a community where you belong. It is how we advance the care and enhance the lives of all people.

     

    DIVERSE TEAMS. DIVERSE PATIENTS. DIVERSE LOCATIONS.

    Education:

    Associates of Science: Surgical Technology (Required)

    Certifications:

    Certified Surgical Technician - Other

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

     

    Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.