IR Scrub Tech

About the role

The primary role of this position is to perform as the first surgical assist during Interventional procedures (see procedure list below). Our schedules are Monday-Friday, no nights, weekends or holidays!

Responsibilities

• Performs sterile preparation of access sites including, but not limited to; femoral access, jugular access, radial access, pedal access, abdominal procedures and biopsies.
• Manages all sharps, wires, catheters, and ancillary devices during the procedures with the physician. This includes preparation of devices before use in the patient, loading of catheters and wires, and assisting during arterial closure.
• Transports patient to and from holding area to the operative suite.
• Sterile preparation on the operative tray including handling and preparation of all medical devices and supplies.
• Operates the angiography and ultrasound equipment. To include positioning, troubleshooting, and patient demographic entry.
• Performs image and data transfer to PACS. Daily verification of image transfer of each case with documenting within the logbook.
• Maintains lead protective equipment cleanliness and radiation badge monitoring.
• Unpacks, organizes, and restocks inventory of medical devices.
• Communicates with IR centers admin and vendors regarding ordering of medical devices.
• Operates and utilizes the Spacetrax inventory management software to maintain adequate par levels daily.
• Previews patient schedule to prepare and pull all necessary inventory needed for procedures.
• Cleans procedure room post procedure, including cleaning of equipment/machinery.
• Responsible for the disposal of hazardous waste according to OSHA standards.
• Aids in maintaining environmental integrity and aesthetics. Ensures all areas are clean, sanitary and safe on a daily basis.
• Ensures all facility equipment and instruments are in proper working condition by inspecting equipment on a daily basis before and after procedures.
• Makes recommendations regarding replacement of equipment and repairs.
• Oversees inventory usage with the IR Centers administrative team. Adjust Inventory par levels. Order interventional supplies when level is below par. Run cycle count reports monthly to ensure count is accurate. Run an expiration report monthly to ensure inventory is used accordingly.
• Drews up intravenous medication and labels as per Medication Labeling Policy in the Sterile Field Competency.
• May perform instrument sterilization and package surgical instruments.
• Complies with HIPPA policies and standards regarding patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - Radiologic Technologist (RT)

Skills

• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have thorough knowledge in computer information systems.

Benefits

At U.S. Urology Partners, we are guided by four core values. Every associate living the core values makes our company an amazing place to work. Here “Every Family Matters” Compassion Make Someone’s Day Collaboration Achieve Possibilities Together Respect Treat people with dignity Accountability Do the right thing Beyond competitive compensation, our well-rounded benefits package includes a range of comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, HSA / FSA, 401(k) matching, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more.