OR Scrub Tech

Under general supervision of the Director, the Operating Room Technician works with the surgeon, anesthesiologist or anesthetist, and Perioperative Staff Nurse as a member of the direct patient care team during surgical intervention. Areas of responsibility include preparing and handling supplies and equipment to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for the patient through specific techniques and practices designed to exclude all pathogenic microorganisms for the operative wound.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.

• Assessment: Assists the Perioperative Staff Nurse with the...

Under general supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Cath Lab Technologist assists in procedures, prepares patients for procedures (IV placement, blood collection, and site preparation), reviews patient chart to ensure consents and appropriate labs are in place, and monitors patients post-procedure (site management, vital sign and telemetry monitoring). The Cath Lab Technologist will ensure high quality, effective patient care, while working collaboratively to integrate the goals of the HVC with Huntsville Memorial Hospital. The Cath Lab Technologist functions as a member of the heart and vascular team; possesses skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psychological, educational, safety and related criteria for the patient population.

Requirements

Education: Graduate of a school of vocational nursing or a medical radiologic technology program.

Experience: None required. One year of clinical experience in Cardiac and Peripheral...