IR Centers, partnered with Chesapeake Urology, is a multidisciplinary private practice endovascular lab. We are leading minimally invasive procedures across the U.S. by providing interventional radiology services in an outpatient setting.
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No call, no weekends, no nights!
Location:Towson, MD 21204
Position Overview:
As a Hybrid Medical Assistant/Scrub Tech,you will assist in preparing patients and procedure rooms for surgeries, ensuring all necessary supplies and equipment are ready. You will maintain a sterile environment, assist physicians during procedures by passing instruments, and help with patient positioning and transfers.
Schedule and Benefits:
- Full-time
- Monday through Friday, Day shift schedule
- No call, no weekends, no night shifts
- Benefits offered according to CUA eligibility and policies
Qualifications:
- High school diploma
- Valid BLS Certification
- Surgical technologist / Scrub Tech experience: 2 years
- CST Certification (Preferred)
Responsibilities:
- Assist physicians during interventional radiology procedures, maintaining sterile technique and preparing instruments, guidewires, catheters, and procedural supplies.
- Prepare patients and procedure rooms, including sterile site preparation, patient positioning, draping, and equipment setup.
- Operate and assist with angiography, C-arm, and ultrasound equipment, including patient data entry, positioning, and image transfers.
- Follow radiation safety protocols, including proper use of protective equipment, radiation monitoring, and procedural documentation.
- Assist with pre-operative patient care, including patient assessments, medication reconciliation, IV insertion, vital sign monitoring, and patient education.
- Conduct pre-operative calls, review patient histories, provide procedure instructions, and coordinate necessary prescriptions and pathology services within authorized responsibilities.
- Assist nursing staff with post-operative patient monitoring, including vital signs, access-site assessments, and identifying potential complications.
- Support patient transfers, recovery, and discharge processes, including reviewing discharge instructions, coordinating transportation, and communicating with patients and families.
- Maintain accurate patient records, procedural documentation, and compliance with HIPAA and facility policies.
- Manage procedural inventory, including ordering supplies, monitoring par levels, tracking expiration dates, and maintaining accurate inventory records.
- Clean, disinfect, and turn over procedure rooms, equipment, and patient care areas while following infection control and OSHA standards.
- Inspect and maintain procedural equipment, report malfunctions, and assist with instrument sterilization and hazardous waste disposal.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and administrative staff to support efficient patient flow, scheduling, and daily center operations.
- Assist with front desk responsibilities, including patient chart preparation, scheduling, and phone coverage as needed.
Skills:
- Proven working experience as a surgical technologist
- Proficient in maintaining a sterile field
- Experienced in scrubbing in for surgical procedures
- Knowledge of HIPAA and other healthcare regulations
- Working knowledge of interventional equipment.
Working conditions and Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
- Ability to wear protective lead aprons of 10 lbs for approximately 60–90 minutes or longer during procedures, as needed.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds, as required for essential job duties.
- Ability to assist with patient transfers and repositioning, including patients weighing up to 400 pounds, using appropriate equipment and team assistance.
- Potential exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, radiation, and other occupational hazards common to clinical environments.
- Must adhere to established infection control, radiation safety, and workplace safety protocols.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
IR Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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