IR Scrub Tech

Greater Boston Urology

19h•$38 - $40

About The Position

About the Role The primary role of this position is to perform as the first surgical assist during Interventional procedures What You’ll Be Doing Performs sterile preparation of access sites including, but not limited to; femoral access, jugular access, radial access, abdominal procedures and biopsies. Manages all sharps, wires, catheters, and ancillary devices during the procedures with the physician. This includes preparation of devices before use in the patient, loading of catheters and wires, and assisting during arterial closure. Transports patient to and from holding area to the operative suite. Sterile preparation on the operative tray including handling and preparation of all medical devices and supplies. Operation of the angiography and ultrasound equipment. To include positioning, troubleshooting, and patient demographic entry. Responsible for image and data transfer to PACS. Daily verification of image transfer of each case with documenting within the logbook. Performs according to principles of radiation safety (ALARA training by PCU) and documents radiation dose and fluoroscopy time in procedural logbook. Maintains lead protective equipment cleanliness and radiation badge monitoring. Unpacks, organizes, and restocks inventory of medical devices. Communicates with PCU admin and vendors regarding ordering of medical devices. Operates and utilizes the PCU inventory management software to maintain adequate par levels daily. Previews patient schedule to prepare and pull all necessary inventory needed for procedures. Cleans procedure room post procedure, including cleaning of equipment/machinery. Responsible for the disposal of hazardous waste according to OSHA standards. 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. Makes recommendations regarding replacement of equipment and repairs. Oversees inventory usage with the PCU administrative team Adjust Inventory par levels Order interventional supplies when level is below par Run cycle count reports monthly to ensure count is accurate Run an expiration report monthly to ensure inventory is used accordingly Draws up intravenous medication and labels as per Medication Labeling Policy in the Sterile Field Competency. May perform instrument sterilization and package surgical instruments. Complies with HIPPA policies and standards in regard to patient confidentiality. Procedure List: Mesenteric Angiography and Embolization Pelvic Angiography and Embolization Visceral Tube Placement Liver & Soft Tissue Biopsies Angiograms: Peripheral Vascular Intervention Chest Port and Central Venous Catheter Placement Biliary Tube Placement and Exchange Venous Intervention

Requirements

Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be a Certified Surgical Technologist
Seeking least 1 year of Surgical experience
Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have thorough knowledge in computer information systems.

Responsibilities

Performs sterile preparation of access sites including, but not limited to; femoral access, jugular access, radial access, abdominal procedures and biopsies.
Manages all sharps, wires, catheters, and ancillary devices during the procedures with the physician.
Transports patient to and from holding area to the operative suite.
Sterile preparation on the operative tray including handling and preparation of all medical devices and supplies.
Operation of the angiography and ultrasound equipment.
Responsible for image and data transfer to PACS.
Performs according to principles of radiation safety (ALARA training by PCU) and documents radiation dose and fluoroscopy time in procedural logbook.
Maintains lead protective equipment cleanliness and radiation badge monitoring.
Unpacks, organizes, and restocks inventory of medical devices.
Communicates with PCU admin and vendors regarding ordering of medical devices.
Operates and utilizes the PCU inventory management software to maintain adequate par levels daily.
Previews patient schedule to prepare and pull all necessary inventory needed for procedures.
Cleans procedure room post procedure, including cleaning of equipment/machinery.
Responsible for the disposal of hazardous waste according to OSHA standards.
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.
Makes recommendations regarding replacement of equipment and repairs.
Oversees inventory usage with the PCU administrative team
Adjust Inventory par levels
Order interventional supplies when level is below par
Run cycle count reports monthly to ensure count is accurate
Run an expiration report monthly to ensure inventory is used accordingly
Draws up intravenous medication and labels as per Medication Labeling Policy in the Sterile Field Competency.
May perform instrument sterilization and package surgical instruments.
Complies with HIPPA policies and standards in regard to patient confidentiality.

Benefits

Beyond competitive compensation, our well-rounded benefits package includes a range of comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, HSA / FSA, 401(k) matching, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more.

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