Surgical Technologist Per Diem Position

1 week ago


Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Fresenius Medical Care North America Full time
Purpose and Scope:

As a Surgical Technologist Per Diem, you will play a vital role in supporting the mission and vision of Fresenius Medical Care North America. You will adhere to the company's compliance program, including all regulatory and policy requirements.

Under the direct supervision of the Facility Manager or Chief Radiology Technologist, you will perform scrub and circulating duties during interventional procedures according to company policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the maintenance and setup of the procedure room in compliance with company policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.

• Stock procedure room and procedure trays with all needed supplies and interventional equipment prior to procedure.

• Clean the procedure room, including equipment and machinery, post-procedure.

• May assist with preparing the patient for the surgical procedure by positioning, shaving, and prepping.

• Perform additional tasks as designated by the physician, practicing in compliance with state regulations.

• Prepare and administer medications within the scope of practice and state regulations.

• Perform patient transfers and positioning of patients and transport patients to and from the procedure room.

• Act as a scrub assistant, assisting the physician during interventional procedures under fluoroscopy, maintaining a sterile technique according to established company policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.

• Draw up intravenous medication and label as per Medication Labeling Policy, and Medication in the Sterile Field Competency.

• Perform circulating duties in the procedure room.

• Comply with HIPAA policies and standards in regards to patient confidentiality.

• Assist with maintaining environmental integrity and aesthetics.

• Ensure all areas are clean, sanitary, and safe on a daily basis, and ensure 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.

• Assist with disposal of hazardous waste materials, dirty linen, and rugs.

• May assist with instrument sterilization and packaging of surgical instruments.

• Assist with preparing, organizing, and efficiently utilizing supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.

• Provide 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.

• Assist with implementing USV quality goals and facility-specific action plans in order to achieve USV quality standards.

• Maintain integrity of medical records and other USV administrative and operational records.

• Comply with all data collection and auditing activities.

• Provide clerical and practical support to physicians and staff:

• Work with physicians and staff to have all necessary instruments and equipment on hand.

• May print images and send to the physician.

• May assist with training and orienting new employees on medical equipment.

• File paperwork in patient files according to policies and procedures.

• Assist with inventory, ordering of supplies, and re-stocking of supplies.

• May process x-ray images after acquisition.

• May archive patient images to a CD or DVD to comply with USV policies and procedures for patient medical records and state regulations.

• Participate in all facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans to address any deficiencies identified.

• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The work environment is characteristic of a healthcare facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds. Must be able to stand in a protective apron for up to 45-60 minutes.

Education:

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.

Experience and Required Skills:

• 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 to be utilized when operating radiology systems.

Successfully complete BLS certification.

EO/AA Employer:
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

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