Certified Surgical Technologist Per Diem

Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the USV/FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and USV/FMS policy requirements. Under the direct supervision of the Facility Manager or Chief Radiology Technologist, performs scrub and circulating duties during interventional procedures according to USV/FMS policies and procedures. Assists with preparation of procedure room, inventory of supplies and stocking of supplies in the procedure room and stock room.

Responsibilities

Performs scrub and circulating duties during interventional procedures; Assists with maintenance and setting up of the procedure room; Stocks procedure room and procedure trays with all needed supplies and interventional equipment prior to procedure; Cleans procedure room including equipment and machinery post procedure; May assist with preparing patient for 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 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 physician during interventional procedures under fluoroscopy, maintaining sterile technique; Draws up intravenous medication and labels as per Medication Labeling Policy and Medication in the Sterile Field Competency; Performs circulating duties in procedure room; Complies with HIPAA policies and standards regarding patient confidentiality; Assists with maintaining environmental integrity and aesthetics; Ensures all areas are clean, sanitary and safe daily; Ensures all facility equipment and instruments are in proper working condition by inspecting equipment daily before and after procedures; May perform minor equipment repairs and general upkeep; Communicates problems to supervisor and documents issues in communications log; Assists with disposal of hazardous waste materials, dirty linen and rugs; May assist with instrument sterilization and packaging of surgical instruments; Assists with preparing, organizing, and efficiently utilizing supplies and equipment to prevent wastage; Provides outstanding quality of patient care by supporting and driving USV quality standards through meeting regulatory requirements and practice of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), including use of USV/FMS CQI tools; Assists with implementing USV quality goals and facility specific action plans; 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 physicians and staff to have all necessary instruments and equipment on hand; May print images and send to physician; May assist with training and orienting new employees on medical equipment; Files 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 deficiencies; Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma required; Surgical Technologist Certification as required by state regulation; All appropriate state licensure, and or certification education and training (if any) required; 1 - 2 years' related experience; Working knowledge of interventional equipment (including C-Arm and Ultrasound equipment), procedures and materials/supplies needed for each procedure; Knowledge of sterile techniques; Knowledge of universal precautions and personal protective devices to be utilized when operating radiology systems; Successfully complete BLS certification.

Nice to have

Previous patient care experience preferred; Experience with special procedures utilizing a C-Arm preferred.

Benefits

Tailored healthcare; wellness programs; training; consistent support