Certified Surgical Technologist Per Diem

Overview

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist for a per diem role in our Las Vegas, NV surgery center.

Job Description

• Maintains and sets up the procedure room in compliance with FMCNA/USV policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
• Stocks procedure room and procedure trays with all needed supplies and interventional equipment prior to procedure.
• Cleans the procedure room including the equipment and machinery post procedure.
• Assists with preparing the patient for the surgical procedure by positioning, shaving and prepping.
• Performs additional tasks as designated by Physician, practicing in compliance with state regulations.
• Prepares and administers medications within the scope of practice and state regulations.
• Performs patient transfers and positioning of patients and transports patient to and from procedure room.
• Acts as scrub assistant assisting the physician during interventional procedures under fluoroscopy; maintaining a sterile technique according to the established company policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
• Draws up intravenous medication and labels as per Medication Labeling Policy, and Medication in the Sterile Field Competency.
• Performs circulating duties in the procedure room.
• Complies with HIPAA policies and standards in regards to patient confidentiality.
• Affirms environmental integrity and aesthetics. Ensures all areas are clean, sanitary and safe on a daily basis.
• Maintains integrity of medical records and other USV administrative and operational records.
• Complies with all data collection and auditing activities.
• Provides clerical and practical support to physicians and staff.
• Works with the physicians and staff to have all necessary instruments and equipment are on hand.
• May print images and send to the physician.
• May assist with training and orienting new employees on the medical equipment.
• Fills out paperwork in patient files according to policies and procedures.
• Assists with inventory, ordering of supplies and re-stocking of supplies.
• May process x-ray images after acquisitions.
• May archive patient images to a CD or DVD to comply with USV policies and procedures for patient medical records and state regulations.
• Participates in all facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans to address any deficiencies identified.

Success Profile

Successful candidates must have 1-2 years' related experience and previous patient care experience. They should have a working knowledge of interventional equipment, procedures, and materials/supplies needed for each procedure. Knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures utilizing a C-Arm is preferred. Additionally, they must have successfully completed BLS certification.

Rewards

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Continuous professional development opportunities.

Connect

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