Interventional Scrub Tech/LPN

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 various activities necessary for the preparation of the patient and the procedure room for the radiology procedures in compliance with policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.

  Reviews patient specific procedure orders to determine materials/supplies that will be needed.

  Sets up/ stocks the procedure room/procedure trays with all needed supplies and interventional equipment prior to procedure and cleans procedure room post procedure, including cleaning of equipment/machinery.

  Conducts all necessary preparations of the patient procedure room and documents when appropriate.

  Explains procedure to the patient, answers questions and addresses patient concerns.

  Assists with preparing the patient for the surgical procedure by positioning, shaving and prepping.

  Performs patient transfers and positioning of patients and transports patient to and from procedure room.

  Inputs patient data into the C-Arm.

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

  Complies with HIPPA policies and standards in regards to patient confidentiality.

  Draws up intravenous medication and labels as per Medication Labeling Policy in the Sterile Field Competency.

  Processes x-ray images and archives to a PACS, USB, CD or DVD to comply with our policies and procedures for patient medical records and state regulations.

  Provides outstanding quality of patient care by supporting and driving our quality standards

  Assists with implementing quality goals and facility specific action plans in order to achieve our quality standards.

  As a skilled specialist, completes tasks in resourceful and effective ways

  Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative. Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions.

  Determines methods and procedures on new assignments.

  May act as an informal team leader and provides assistance to other staff members with support tasks that require considerable judgment and initiative.

  Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations.

  May escalate difficult/complex issues to supervisor for resolution, as deemed necessary.

  Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.

  Ensures medical records are accurate, complete and in compliance with policies and procedures. Maintains integrity of medical records, filing paperwork in patient files according to policies and procedures and performing audits on a regular basis.

  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.

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

  May perform instrument sterilization and package surgical instruments.

  Prepares, organizes, and efficiently utilizes supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.

  Attends and participates in meetings, assisting with meeting agenda and gathering of data/material for meetings.

  Ensures effective communication with physicians.

  Attends and participates in meetings with physicians, reporting on assigned topics.

  Works with the physicians and staff to ensure all necessary instruments and equipment are on hand.

  Addresses physician concerns in areas of responsibility.

  May assist in the development and revision of policies related to radiography to ensure continuous process improvement.

  Assists in training and orienting new employees on the equipment.

  Ensures patient billing is accurate and timely by reviewing all procedures, documenting patient equipment charges and verifying CPT and ICD9 codes are correct.

  Assists with inventory, ordering of supplies and re-stocking of supplies.

  May act as Radiation Safety Officer if qualified; monitors radiation badges and conducts in-services regarding Radiation safety.

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

What We Expect from You

• 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. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment.  This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

What We are Offer You

At U.S. Urology Partners, we are guided by four core values.  Every associate living the core values makes our company an amazing place to work.  Here “Every Family Matters”

Compassion

Make Someone’s Day

Collaboration

Achieve Possibilities Together

Respect

Treat people with dignity

Accountability

Do the right thing

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.

About US Urology Partners

U.S. Urology Partners is one of the nation’s largest independent providers of urology and related specialty services, including general urology, surgical procedures, advanced cancer treatment, and other ancillary services. Through Central Ohio Urology Group, Associated Medical Professionals of NY, Urology of Indiana, and Florida Urology Center, the U.S. Urology Partners clinical network now consists of more than 50 offices throughout the East Coast and Midwest, including a state-of-the-art, urology-specific ambulatory surgery center that is one of the first in the country to offer robotic surgery. U.S. Urology Partners was formed to support urology practices through an experienced team of healthcare executives and resources, while serving as a platform upon which NMS Capital is building a leading provider of urological services through an acquisition strategy.

Salary Range: Please note that the hourly range for this position will vary based on experience level, education and geographical location.

$20.44 - $27.60 / hour

U.S. Urology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.