Surgical Technologist - Azura Outpatient Surgery

Fresenius Medical Care • Olmito, TX

100d

About The Position

The position involves performing scrub and circulating duties during interventional procedures according to USV/FMS policies and procedures. The role includes assisting with the preparation of the procedure room, inventory of supplies, and stocking of supplies in the procedure room and stock room. The individual will also assist with maintaining the procedure room in compliance with FMCNA/USV policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Surgical Technologist Certification preferred.
• 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 to be utilized when operating radiology systems.
• Successfully complete BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the maintenance and setting up of the procedure room in compliance with FMCNA/USV 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 the equipment and machinery post procedure.
• Assist with preparing the patient for the surgical procedure by positioning, shaving, and prepping.
• 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 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.
• Ensure all facility equipment and instruments are in proper working condition by inspecting equipment on a daily basis before and after procedures.
• Communicate problems to supervisor and document issues in the communications log.
• 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).
• 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.
• Provide clerical and practical support to physicians and staff.
• Work with the physicians and staff to ensure 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.
• 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 acquisitions.
• May archive patient images 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.
• Assist the territory with marketing, educating, promoting, and selling Fresenius Vascular Care services to dialysis clinics, Medical Directors, nephrologists, and other pertinent members of the medical community.
• Work closely with Sales Management team and Clinical Specialist.
• Provide sales and relationship support to an assigned FVC territory or territories.
• Establish and maintain a close relationship with current user accounts/customers.
• Research the local physician market to identify potential candidates/customers for FVC services.
• Make necessary sales calls to potential customers under the direction of the Regional Director of Sales & Marketing.
• Maintain knowledge of the vascular care business and services programs provided by FVC as well as the competitors in the local market.
• Act as the customer relations contact and liaison between the dialysis clinics, specialty clinics, and the FVC Center.
• Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.

Benefits

• Drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
• Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), disability/veterans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees