HYBRID OR TECH - RAD TECH

Aultman Health System; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hybrid OR radiologic technologist assists the cardiologist, vascular surgeon or other physicians as assigned, in the performance of minimally invasive and invasive fluoroscopic guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The Hybrid OR radiologic technologists procedures consist of complex vascular and non-vascular procedures including cardiovascular, electrophysiology, and endovascular interventions.

The technologist assists attending physicians with all aspects of the procedure.

Qualifications

• ARRT Certification and Ohio Department of Health License.
• One-year Interventional Radiology and/or Invasive Heart Lab experience with Hybrid OR/Cath Lab experience preferred.
• Must fulfill the roles of circulator, scrubber, C-arm controller.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians during invasive imaging and treatment procedures including vascular access.
• Pre-procedural setup and sterile field management during procedures.
• Image review, labeling, and archiving for billing and documentation.
• Maintain ALARA principles and ensure patient radiation protection.
• Provide patient information and ensure safety throughout the procedure.
• Uphold infection control and sterile technique at all times.

Skills

ARRT Certification

Ohio Department of Health License

IR Lab experience

C-arm operation

Tools

C-arm equipment

Hybrid OR imaging equipment

Job description

The Hybrid OR radiologic technologist assists the cardiologist, vascular surgeon or other physicians as assigned, in the performance of minimally invasive and invasive fluoroscopic guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The Hybrid OR radiologic technologists procedures consist of complex vascular and non-vascular procedures including cardiovascular, electrophysiology, and endovascular interventions. The technologist assists attending physicians with all aspects of the procedure.

Department Summary

The Hybrid OR is located in the Bedford building on the second floor. The Hybrid OR provides care for all adult cardiac and vascular patients greater than or equal to twenty-one years of age. The Hybrid OR is staffed for elective surgery Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. A surgical team is available (within 30 minutes) at other times to perform non-elective cases. Additional rooms can be opened on afternoon, midnights, weekends and holidays to accommodate emergency cases.

Qualifications

• ARRT Certification and Ohio Department of Health License.
• One-year Interventional Radiology and/or Invasive Heart Lab experience with Hybrid OR/Cath Lab experience preferred.
• Must fulfill the roles of circulator, scrubber, C-arm controller.

Department Qualifications

Skills

• Ability to proactively deal with constant change and work in a stressful environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment.
• Be prepared for an evolving healthcare environment that includes advanced technologies.

Department Skills

• Responsible for pre-procedural set up, operating various radiology and support equipment, sterile field, scrub and circulating assistance during the procedure.
• Responsible for image archive management and appropriate documentation for the purpose of supply management, billing, and procedural documentation.
• Assumes responsibility for ancillary tasks/duties associated with the delivery of high quality, safe, cost-efficient patient care.
  • Identifies each patient and reviews each physician order for consistency of exam ordered with clinical diagnosis and all demographic information. Records pertinent data at all times.
  • Assesses patient condition, ensures patient safety through proper use of support/immobilization devices, and proper transport/transfer technique with regard given to the age of the patient.
  • Assists the physicians during invasive imaging and treatment procedures including:
    • Scrubbing to provide direct assistance during vascular access, including assistance with wire, catheter, balloon, stent and other diagnostic treatment devices.
    • Administration of opaque contrast media via catheter or direct injection under the direction of a physician.
    • Image review and manipulation, selection of appropriate exam sets, filming and appropriate labeling and archiving of pertinent acquired images.
  • Gather and review all the proper patient information needed prior to procedure (ie. Lab work, images, consent, etc.).
  • Reviews each examination for technical accuracy making sure all necessary anatomy is included on the study.
  • Communicates all pertinent information to patient or person responsible.
  • Works closely and assist the physician, PA or RPA during all procedures using proper sterile technique.
  • Dispenses appropriate preparations to patients as indicated by departmental protocol and/or physician order.
  • Explain exams/procedures to patients and address any questions or concerns.
  • Completes the proper paperwork needed for each exam and appropriately scans into the RIS system.
  • Provides radiation protection to patients in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards; uses collimation, patient radiation protection, and immobilization.
  • Is familiar with and uses ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles to maximize image quality and minimize patient radiation exposure.
  • Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures and table preparation.
  • Consistently practices aseptic techniques, and strictly obeys isolation and infection control procedures.
  • Responsible for the monitoring of all special procedures equipment such as but not limited to single plane C-arm, bi-plane C-arm, Hybrid OR imaging equipment, angiographic injectors, EP mapping systems, ultrasound, intravascular ultrasound, atherectomy devices, rotablators, laser, and hemodynamic monitoring equipment. Must demonstrate the ability to perform simple troubleshooting and resolution of issue, as well as report equipment malfunction to hospital Bio-medical department or vendor uptime for timely resolution or repair.
  • Cleans and disinfects equipment after every patient use.
  • Straightens, cleans, and disinfects the equipment and room after every patient use to meet infection control standards, and makes sure the room is restaged and resupplied prior to leaving a shift to enhance efficiencies in processes of patient throughput and supply ordering and stocking.
  • Must demonstrate reliability when on-call, back up call, or standby and must maintain appropriate proximity and availability to the hospital and department; must report to work within defined time frame to support and perform duties related to cases that are urgent, emergent, or necessary outside of normal departmental posted business hours.
  • Follows all current policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for patients, other team members, and oneself.
  • Follows all infection control guidelines including universal blood and body fluid precautions.
  • Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications and participating in professional organizations.

Working Conditions

• 7:00am – 3:30/4:30/5:30pm M-F or hours as required by the job. On call afternoons, weekends, holidays, and off-shifts (30-minute response time).
• Subject to frequent interruptions and changes in priority of duties throughout the day.
• Breaks and lunch are coordinated with other personnel and workload activity.

Category I - Includes tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for spills or splashes of, or mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.

Physical Addendum

Demands

Frequency

Remarks

Lifting 0-10 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Lifting 10-20 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Lifting 20-35 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Lifting 35-50 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Lifting 50-75 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Lifting 75-100 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Lifting over 100 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Forward Reaching

Occasional 10-33%

Overhead Reaching

Occasional 10-33%

Standing

Continuous 66% of the day

Walking

Continuous 66% of the day

Occasional 10-33%

Climbing

Never

Never

Occasional 10-33%

Twisting/Turning

Occasional 10-33%

Occasional 10-33%

Occasional 10-33%

Pushing/Pulling 0-10 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Pushing/Pulling 10-20 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Pushing/Pulling 20-35 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Pushing/Pulling 35-50 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Pushing/Pulling 50-100 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Pushing/Pulling over 100 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Carrying 0-10 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Carrying 10-20 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Carrying 20-35 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Carrying 35-50 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Carrying 50-100 lbs

Never

Carrying over 100 lbs

Never

Continuous 66% of the day

Fine motor coordination

Continuous 66% of the day

Vision: Near/Far/Color

Continuous 66% of the day

Hearing: ordinary conversation/other

Continuous 66% of the day

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. The organization is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

The organization will provide reasonable accommodations to employees or applicants with disabilities, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without accommodation, unless such accommodation would constitute an undue hardship on the organization or poses a direct threat to the health and safety of the individual or others that cannot be sufficiently mitigated by reasonable accommodation. Any applicant or employee who requires an accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment should notify the Aultman Human Resource Department and request such an accommodation.