Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Vascular Surgery Associates
https : / / vascularsurgeryassociates.com
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB
This position performs the following in an accurate and timely manner : assists the clinical team with vascular access procedures, maintaining a sterile field and providing support during pre- and post-procedure activities. Demonstrates effective customer service skills and a professional manner. Adheres to practice mission and values and applicable regulations.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : No
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES :
The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all-inclusive.
- Assist clinical team with patient and procedure room preparation and post-procedure clean up
- Assist in interventional procedures by operating the C-arm, scrub-in for procedures including but not limited to angiograms, angioplasty, thrombectomy, hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis catheters, vein mapping and accessory vein ligation; clean and sterilize instruments
o Maintain sterile field during procedures and notify Interventionalist of ant break in sterile procedure that may compromise the procedure or patient safety
o Count needles, sponges an instruments as required
o Track use of medications and supplies during procedures
Monitor and maintain adequate inventory of medical supplies both for the center and in the procedure roomAssist as needed with the effective operation of the vascular access centerMaintain radiology safety-monitoring procedures and serve as the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) for the centerAssist in scheduling patients for vascular access procedures and provide assistance in transporting patients within the centerParticipate in community education activities regarding access centerOther duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to :o Work overtime with little or no notice as needed
o Attend team meetings, phone conferences and training as needed
o Know, understand and comply with all VSA clinical and business policies and procedures
Consistent, regular and punctual attendance as scheduled is an essential responsibility of this positionMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
(Education, licenses, certification and experience required to fulfill the essential duties, including computer skills as required)
High school diploma or equivalent requiredAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification required; Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiology (CV-IR) certification preferredo State license and / or fluoroscopic permit to practice radiologic technology if required by state law
Associate’s Degree in Science or successful completion of a formal educational program accepted by ARRT requiredMinimum of two tears of experience in general diagnostic, special procedures or cardiac catheterization required, with demonstrated knowledge of sterile techniquesBasic Life Support (BLS) certification requiredAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferredBasic computer skills and proficiency in MS Word and Outlook requiredESSENTIAL BEHAVIORS, SKILLS AND ATTITUDES REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS IN THIS POSITION :
Commitment to values of Service Excellence, Integrity, Team, Continuous Improvement, Accountability, and Fulfillment with ability to demonstrate those positively and proactively to patients, teammates, management, physicians and / or vendors in everyday performance and interactionsStrong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills, including ability to listen attentively and to communicate information clearly and effectivelyo Demonstrated ability to work well with cross-functional groups
o Demonstrated interpersonal, collaborative and relationship-building skills; ability to interact positively with teammates at all levels across the company
o Approachable and open
Demonstrate strengths in organizational, attention-to-detail, follow-through, analytical, reasoning, critical thinking and problem-solving skillsAble to work autonomously with minimal supervision and within a team and to foster a positive work environmentDemonstrated exactness in attention to detailLANGUAGE SKILLS :
Fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties and responsibilities of the position
VISION REQUIREMENTS :
Vision adequate to perform essential and responsibilities of position
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
Physical requirements can vary. Theses must be reviewed with management. However, in general, the position requires the following physical activities :
Ability to lift minimum of 5 pounds to a maximum 35 pounds unassisted and able to perform repetitive standing, sitting, stooping, walking, stretching, reaching, lifting and use full range body motions required to lift patients, wear lead apron and lift suppliesWORK ENVIRONMENT :
LEVEL 1- Job’s required tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids, tissues or potential spills or splashes. Use of appropriate personal protection measures is required for every healthcare provider in these positions.
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