Perform routine & highly specialized diagnostic & therapeutic interventional radiology procedures on patients following established parameters/protocols for use by physicians in diagnosis & treatment of pathologies under general supervision. Essential Responsibilities:This postion include but are not limited to, assisting with pre and post patient assessment, patient teaching, assisting with patient care with scope of practice, inventory management, schedule coordination, and circulating and scr... more details
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Perform routine & highly specialized diagnostic & therapeutic interventional radiology procedures on patients following established parameters/protocols for use by physicians in diagnosis & treatment of pathologies under general supervision.
Essential Responsibilities:
This postion include but are not limited to, assisting with pre and post patient assessment, patient teaching, assisting with patient care with scope of practice, inventory management, schedule coordination, and circulating and scrubbing roles during procedures.
Assists physicians with a range of procedures using fluoroscopic imaging that require the use of contrast media.
Uses proper radiation safety measures to conform to the ALARA principle according to departmental Radiation Safety Policies & Procedures.
Prepares work schedules to assure that sufficient number of staff is available for patient appointments.
Assures that staff explains Interventional Radiology procedures to patients and that consent forms are obtained. Actively participates in the Universal Protocol for all procedures.
Provides training and guidance to assure that equipment is properly and safely operated.
Assists staff to confirm that images meet requirements of radiologists.
Checks the status of the imaging and specialty equipment to ensure device is proper operating condition
Troubleshoots technical and mechanical problems and performs minor maintenance on equipment. Properly enters service requests for equipment failure and notifies IR Manager appropriately.
Orders equipment, film, and supplies and assures that inventories are properly managed.
Assures that patient information files are prepared and filed correctly.
Reviews and submits reports showing the number and type of examinations conducted.
Performs QC Lead duties as an Interventional Radiology Technologist as required.
Performs other related QC Lead duties as directed.
Communicates effectively with patients, nurses, and physicians, particularly regarding information on angiography procedures requiring specialized patient preparation.
Communicates with clinicians regarding patient preparation for angiography/ interventional procedures, procedure results and to assist in resolving problems as needed.
Maintains proper documentation for internal and external Regulatory compliance.
Systematically and continuously collects, assesses, and documents data in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to provide procedural care for the patient. Documentation of the procedure and medical care during procedure will require computer skills to complete electronic medical record. Maintains an expertise in image acquistion, transfer, and archiving.
Assists in maintaining perpetual inventory count and scans product not in inventory systems.
Assists in maintaining a smooth operational flow & maximum patient volume.
Assumes many roles within an interventional procedure.
Assists in positioning the patient, select radiation exposure parameters & image the patient. Maintains a high degree of accuracy & an awareness of all radiation & patient safety issues involved with any invasive procedure. Demonstrates a thorough understanding & working knowledge of normal anatomy, abnormal & physiology, radiation safety, interventional supplies & equpment operation.
Able to identify adverse events or unanticipated outcomes using critical thinking skills and notifies the medical staff including nurses, physician assistant, and physicians appropriately.
Maintains licensure, certification and ongoing CEUs for professional development on a timely basis.
Performs other related duties as directed.
4 Days / Week; 10 Hours a Day. Day off during week varies on staffing operations.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
Minimum three (3) years of recent (within the last 12 months) experience as a Radiologic Technologist in a hospital supporting fluoroscopy and c-arm/surgical procedures.
Education
Graduate of a certified/accredited ARRT program required.
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Cardiac Interventional Radiography within 24 months of hire OR American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Vascular Interventional Radiography within 24 months of hire OR American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography within 24 months of hire
Radiologic Technologist Certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Basic Life Support
Additional Requirements:
Proper documentation of education (i.e. copies of diplomas, transcripts, or International Equivalency Report) is required. Equivalency Report required if diploma or GED issued outside of the United Sates.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to walk simple correspondence.
Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other incumbents of the organization.
Comprehensive knowledge of radiology principles and practices including anatomy and physiology, radiation protection and physics, and radiographic positioning.
Ability to operate all radiology equipment, such as, radiographic machines, radiographic/fluoroscopic machines, Interventional Radiology associated equipment, associated surgical equipment, and image processors.
Demonstrate ability and knowledge of age specific competency in providing care to the patient.
Consistently demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to internal and external customers.
Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
Knowledge of customer focused service requirements of the organization. Ability to communicate pleasantly and effectively with members and coworkers.
Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills.
Ability of float between various locations within primary service area.
Required to stand, push, pull and lift patients.
Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with constant interruption and attend to tasks for 20 to 45 minutes at a time.
Must be able to adjust routine to accommodate patient or department without affecting departmental flow.
In order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, and see.
May be required to lift objects heavier than 50 pounds, perform difficult manipulative skills and hand-eye coordination skills, walk and stand for prolonged periods, see objects closely and hear normal sounds with some background noises.
Must be able to work in Labor/Management Partnership environment.
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