Scrub Technician (2563)

US Heart & Vascular; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

US Heart & Vascular is seeking a skilled professional to join their team at Spring ASC - Ambulatory Surgery Center in Texas. You will provide competent patient care and technical expertise in performing Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology procedures.

The ideal candidate will have experience in Cath Lab procedures, possess relevant certifications, and demonstrate efficient patient management skills. This full-time role offers a day shift within a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited educational program as a surgical technologist.
• Experience assisting in a Cath Lab for at least two years.
• BLS and ACLS certifications through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plan for the scrub position's duties in the operating room.
• Assist in routine Cardiac Cath and EP procedures.
• Operate and perform quality control on imaging equipment.
• Monitor patient data and responses during procedures.
• Manage patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Fulfill various responsibilities as needed within the department.

Skills

Patient care

Technical expertise in cardiac procedures

Knowledge of hemodynamic responses

Ability to operate radiographic equipment

Compliance with health screening and training

Education

Completed accredited surgical technologist program

RCIS certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Saving (ACLS)

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Spring ASC - Ambulatory Surgery Center (Main) - Spring, TX 77388 | Position Type: Full Time | Education Level: High School Diploma/GED | Travel Percentage: None | Job Shift: Day | Job Category: Other Positions

Position Summary

Deliver competent patient care and technical expertise in the operation of Cardiac Catheterization (Cath Lab) and Electrophysiology (EP) procedures and equipment. Assist in cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, vascular, and interventional procedures. Adhere to established standards and practices under the supervision of a credentialed invasive cardiologist or electrophysiologist.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Review the operating room schedule at the beginning of each day to plan and prepare to perform the scrub position's duties effectively and efficiently.
• Competent in assisting routine Cardiac Cath and EP procedures/skills.
• Operate computer and radiographic equipment for image production and documentation and perform quality control measures to ensure optimal image quality.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills to interpret and respond to patient data and hemodynamic responses during pre, intra, and post-Cath and EP procedures.
• Assist with the patient's admission, transfer, and discharge.
• Demonstrate ability to perform different responsibilities within the department, such as being a circulator, monitor, scrub, and holding area personnel assistant.
• Meet periodic USHV and unit-specific health screening, training, attendance, safety, CPR, and ACLS compliance requirements.
• Perform quality control and assurance audits, environmental rounds, supply management, and any tasks deemed necessary by the center's director.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a nationally accredited educational program for surgical technologists, RCIS program, or certified ARRT and possession of a current license from a credential administered by a nationally accredited credentialing organization.
• Written verification by a health care facility of employment as a full-time Cath Lab technologist for two years. RCIS certification will be required at the time of annual review.
• A minimum of two years’ experience assisting in a Cath Lab is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Saving (ACLS) certifications through the American Heart Association (AHA) are required.