Job detail

Scrub Tech

Vascular Institute of Virginia

#BLS #Patient Care #Aseptic Technique #Interventional Radiology #ARRT #Radiologic Technologist #X-ray Equipment #Scrub Tech #Vascular Institute

Quick overview

Assists physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic vascular procedures by preparing patients and operating x-ray equipment. Responsible for room turnover using aseptic techniques and managing clinical inventory.

Requirements summary

Requires a current BLS certification and at least one year of clinical experience, preferably in Interventional Radiology. Must be physically capable of lifting over 50 pounds and standing for prolonged periods.

professional certificateMultitaskingInventory ManagementPatient PositioningAseptic TechniqueScrubbingInterventional RadiologyAnatomy KnowledgeCirculatingPatient Prep and Draping

Job description

Job Title

Radiologic/Scrub
Tech
Department: Operations

Reports To

Center
Operations
Manager
Status: Full Time/Non-Exempt

Summary

The Vascular Institute of Virginia (VIV) focuses on minimally invasive, treatments for a variety of vascular-related issues. The vision for our organization is to provide world-class care for our patients in a convenient, outpatient setting. Our clinical expertise, knowledgeable staff, and team- driven work environment sets us apart from other healthcare providers and leads to both career enrichment and advancement opportunities for our employees.

The technologist assists physicians in performing diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures by preparing the patient and operating the x-ray equipment in order to obtain diagnostic images.

Duties and Responsibilities

Monitors and assists patients before, during and after procedures to include proper positioning, prep and drape.
Able to scrub and circulate in various IR areas for multiple procedure types.
Turns over and prepares rooms using aseptic technique between patients, assures all equipment and supplies are readily available for procedures.
Flexible team player comfortable with a fast-paced environment.
Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing.
Knowledge of arterial and venous anatomy as it pertains to interventional procedures.
Manage inventory
Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Current BLS for the healthcare provider.
Active and unrestricted RT license in the state of Virginia, if applicable (for RT position, not required for Scrub Tech).
Minimum 1 year clinical experience. Interventional Radiology experience preferred.
ARRT or equivalent (for RT position, not required for Scrub Tech)
Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job. These include, but are not limited to, sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time, lifting, pulling, moving patients/objects > 50 pounds, and repetitive motions.
Ability to multitask, prioritizes effectively, and works as part of a team.