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Burlingame, California

Obstetrical Technician II, OB/GYN PD

OB/GYNIncludes weekendsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$41.05-$57.46/hr

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Job Description

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Organization

SMPMC-Sutter Mills Peninsula Medical Center

Position Overview

Directly supports the labor and delivery team during routine, emergency, or cesarean deliveries. Responsible for preparing the sterile field for labor and delivery, including the setup of sterile instruments, assisting surgeons in gowning and gloving, and draping patients for surgery.

When necessary, assist the surgical team during operations by passing instruments and supplies, holding retractors, and anticipating surgeons' needs during course of surgery. Supports the functionality of the department by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed.

Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care. May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or may help orient other staff to the department.

Job Description

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Surgical Services

  • Cares for patients through various phases of obstetric and perinatal care, including monitoring patients, prepping them for surgery and assisting physicians in the delivery process.
  • Assists physicians in routine or emergency labors and deliveries and is able to quickly understand and anticipate the needs of surgeons during various procedures.
  • Establishes and maintains a sterile field, including sterile tables, tools, and patient draping.
  • Selects and prepares necessary supplies and equipment for each Labor and Delivery procedure and checks for working order.
  • Ensures that routine and priority tasks are completed within established departmental time frames.

CLERICAL

  • May perform clerical tasks such as retrieving, entering and revising patient electronic health records.
  • Prepares and completes accurate documentation related to supply inventory and orders new supplies when necessary.

SAFETY

  • Maintains a clean, neat, and safe working environment, ensuring the operating room is clean before and after procedures.
  • Inspects and calibrates equipment accordingly for proper operation and records the quality control (QC) results, reporting any malfunctions to the supervisor.

COMPLIANCE

  • Maintains strictest confidence of all patient protected health information (PHI) and protects all PHI from accidental, intentional, or inappropriate disclosure.
  • Performs quality work in compliance with department standards, policies, and procedures, as well as local, state and federal regulatory agencies to deliver the highest level of patient safety and care.

Education

  • Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma
  • HS Diploma or GED
  • Other: Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program
  • OR Military training as a scrub tech

Certification & Licensure

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Typical Experience

1 year of recent relevant experience in OB/GYN

Job Shift

Varied

Schedule: Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours

8

Days of the Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

One Weekend Shift a month

Benefits

No

Unions

No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

0

Employee Status

Per Diem/Casual

  • Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
  • Pay Range is $41.05 to $57.46 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

The Obstetrical Technician supports the labor and delivery team by maintaining a sterile field, preparing surgical instruments, and assisting surgeons during routine or emergency deliveries. They also manage equipment maintenance, supply inventory, and ensure compliance with safety and privacy regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be a graduate of an accredited surgical technology program or have military scrub tech training. A BLS-Basic Life Support certification and at least one year of recent relevant OB/GYN experience are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Surgical assistanceSterile field maintenanceInstrument setupObstetric careSupply inventory managementRegulatory complianceEmergency labor support

OB/GYN Career Context

OB/GYN pay on WeekdayDoc is up 11.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$102k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $93k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes weekends

Living in Burlingame

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$2.77M
Typical market rent
$3,903/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.