Interventional Surgical Technologist: Scrub & Circulating

Fresenius Medical Care; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in the United States is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support interventional procedures, prepare and stock the procedure room, and assist with patient positioning and instrumentation. The role requires knowledge of C-Arm and ultrasound equipment, sterile technique, and BLS certification.

The position includes maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, assisting physicians during procedures, and handling post-procedure room cleaning and record-keeping.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years related experience.
• Previous patient care experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of interventional equipment (including C-Arm and Ultrasound equipment), procedures and materials/supplies needed for each procedure. Knowledge of sterile techniques.
• Experience with special procedures utilizing a C-Arm preferred.
• Knowledge of universal precautions and personal protective devices when operating radiology systems.
• Successfully complete BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists with maintenance and setup of 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.
• May assist 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.
• Assists with 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.
• May perform minor equipment repairs and general upkeep. Communicate problems to supervisor and document issues in the 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 the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), including use of USV/FMS CQI tools.
• Assists with implementing USV quality goals and facility specific action plans in order to achieve USV quality standards.
• 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.
• 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 any deficiencies identified.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sterile technique

Interventional radiology knowledge

Patient care

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Surgical Technologist Certification

State licensure/certification

Tools

C-Arm

Ultrasound equipment

Sterile processing equipment

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care in the United States is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support interventional procedures, prepare and stock the procedure room, and assist with patient positioning and instrumentation. The role requires knowledge of C-Arm and ultrasound equipment, sterile technique, and BLS certification.

The position includes maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, assisting physicians during procedures, and handling post-procedure room cleaning and record-keeping.