Surgical Technologist

Fresenius Medical Care • Denver, CO

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist supports FMCNA’s mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy while complying with the USV/FMCNA Compliance Program and applicable regulatory and organizational policies. Under the direct supervision of the Facility Manager or Chief Radiology Technologist, the role performs scrub and circulating duties during interventional procedures and helps prepare procedure rooms, manage supplies, and maintain equipment and records.

The position is based at a Denver, Colorado surgery center. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The role involves patient interaction and work in a healthcare facility, including possible exposure to infectious or contagious diseases and materials.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Surgical Technologist certification as required by state regulation.
• All appropriate state licensure, certification, education, and training required for the role.
• One to two years of related experience.
• Working knowledge of interventional equipment, including C-arm and ultrasound equipment, procedures, and the materials and supplies needed for each procedure.
• Knowledge of sterile techniques.
• Knowledge of universal precautions and personal protective devices used when operating radiology systems.
• Successful completion of BLS certification.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand in a protective apron for up to 45–60 minutes.

Nice To Haves

• Previous patient care experience.
• Experience with special procedures utilizing a C-arm.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain the procedure room in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Stock procedure rooms and trays with necessary supplies and interventional equipment before procedures.
• Clean procedure rooms, equipment, and machinery after procedures.
• Assist with preparing patients for procedures, including positioning, shaving, and prepping.
• Perform additional tasks as designated by the physician and within the scope of practice and state regulations.
• Prepare and administer medications within the scope of practice and state regulations.
• Transfer and position patients and transport them to and from the procedure room.
• Assist physicians as a scrub assistant during interventional procedures under fluoroscopy while maintaining sterile technique.
• Draw up intravenous medication and label it according to applicable medication policies and competency requirements.
• Perform circulating duties in the procedure room.
• Comply with HIPAA policies and standards for patient confidentiality.
• Maintain clean, sanitary, safe, and aesthetically appropriate facility areas.
• Inspect equipment and instruments before and after procedures to ensure they are in proper working condition; perform minor repairs and general upkeep when needed.
• Communicate problems to a supervisor and document issues in the communications log.
• Assist with disposal of hazardous waste, dirty linen, and rugs.
• Assist with instrument sterilization and packaging of surgical instruments.
• Organize and use supplies and equipment efficiently to prevent waste.
• Support quality standards, regulatory requirements, continuous quality improvement, and facility-specific quality action plans.
• Maintain the integrity of medical records and administrative and operational records, and comply with data collection and auditing activities.
• Provide clerical and practical support to physicians and staff, including ensuring instruments and equipment are available.
• Print images and send them to physicians when needed.
• Assist with training and orienting new employees on medical equipment when needed.
• File paperwork in patient files according to policies and procedures.
• Assist with inventory, supply ordering, and restocking.
• Process x-ray images and archive patient images to CD or DVD when needed and in accordance with policies and regulations.
• Participate in facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans addressing identified deficiencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Prescription coverage
• Vision insurance
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Short-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses
• Quarterly bonus opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED