Cardiac Cath Lab Scrub Tech I, II, III (non ARRT)

DCH Health System•Tuscaloosa, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists physicians and the cardiovascular team during diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures. This role focuses on sterile field management, instrumentation handling, equipment preparation, and procedural support.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, required and successful completion of College Anatomy and Physiology I course preferred.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider training required.
Must be efficient in the use of all office equipment and related material essential to good patient care, scrub procedures, imaging exams, processed film or files and reports any problems.
Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.
Is able to stand, walk, kneel, sit, crouch or stoop with good balance for extended periods of time, exposed to patient elements.
Includes possible exposure to human body fluids, disease, infection, lab chemicals and hazardous materials and/or cleaning solutions
Requires wearing of common protective and safety equipment such as gloves, safety glasses, mask, gowns, etc.
Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects/patients. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for medium work.
Physical presence onsite is essential.
Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range.
Able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

successful completion of College Anatomy and Physiology I course preferred.

Responsibilities

Operation of equipment, demonstrating knowledge, and application of principles related to instructions for use.
Utilizes knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique in assisting with procedures.
Assist in preparation of patients of all procedures including and setting up sterile trays, scrub role training, monitor tech training and all duties required to assist physician.
Performs responsibilities related to departmental charging of procedures and supplies.
Participates in direct patient care; is observant of symptoms and reactions of patients and escalates.
Assists with scheduled and unscheduled procedures. Sets up and cleans up after each case.
Assist with transportation of patients as needed.
Follows safety practices and helps to maintain a safe, clean environment.
Attends in-service programs, required training/education and unit/departmental meetings.
Any job assignment requiring call during off duty hours becomes part of that duty and will be compensated as is customary for the hospital.
Proficiently functions in the specified areas with little or no supervision.
Works with manager/supervisor/staff to control inventory. Communicates problems and needs as required.
Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees.
Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees.
Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees.
Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
All other duties as assigned.