To set up and maintain sterile field, assist physician(s) with invasive procedures, and provide patient care.
Position Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- RCIS preferred (must have within 6 month of hire) or any TN state licensure that allows for the administration of medication. Must be in compliance with CE Requirements.
- BLS within 90 days of hire.
- At least one year of direct patient care experience
- Meditech computer system, Site Rite, Proficient use of guidewires, catheters and other necessary supplies.
- Hospital setting, sterile patient testing room(s)
- Communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
- Prolonged standing, walking, bending, stooping, and lifting (50 lbs.)
- Ability to transport patients on stretchers or beds up to 250lbs dependently or independently
- Make appropriate judgement decisions in urgent or emergency situations.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
Key Results
- Assembles table for all procedures and maintains sterile field.
- Demonstrates working knowledge of necessary equipment.
- Ability to locate needed supplies/equipment in a timely manner.
- Handles/ transports medications/ solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
- Documents accurately and timely.
- Communicates with physician(s) and other team members (patient information, scheduling information, supplies needed)
- Ability to reproduce exams on CD/film.
- Seeks opportunities to assist in other areas during downtime periods and always makes good use of time.
- Working environment is clean, organized, well stocked, and free of clutter.
- Works well with fellow employees to provide the most efficient use of the equipment; thus enabling the throughput of patients to be more efficient.
- Strives to maintain the dignity of each patient by ensuring that the patient is properly covered at all times.
- Knowledge of sterile field/technique.