Interventional Radiology Tech - Part-time

Wellstar Health Systems; Marietta (GA); Sur place; USD 39 000 - 55 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Wellstar Health System in Marietta, GA is seeking an Interventional Special Procedures Technologist to support the IR, vascular hybrid and neuro-interventional imaging services. The role requires independent judgment, adherence to sterile technique, and collaboration with radiologists and vascular specialists.

Part-time days with 3x8 hour shifts; on-call duties may apply. You will prep patients, position them, and assist with a range of procedures while maintaining patient safety and accuracy in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED or accredited radiologic program.
• ARRT certifications: CV, R, VI or RCIS per job listing.
• Minimum 3 years in interventional procedures in IR/cardiac/vascular.

Responsabilités

• Set up equipment and position patients for imaging procedures.
• Work with radiologists, vascular surgeons, and cardiologists.
• Maintain sterile technique and patient safety throughout.
• Enter charges for supplies and procedures accurately.

Connaissances

Independent work

Interventional procedures

English communication

On-call rotation

Radiation safety

Team collaboration

Formation

High School Diploma / GED

Radiologic Technology program

Outils

Imaging equipment

Description du poste

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work ShiftDay (United States of America)Part-time Days 3x8's (6:30a-3:30p) No call, evenings or weekends

Job Summary:

Functions under the direction of the Chief Technologist and Vascular Institute Manager. The interventional special procedures technologist assists with providing safe, age appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures. The technologist has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study. He/she is responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of the equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases. The technologist is able to independently perform job functions. He/she sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure. Able to perform procedures in both the IR, Vascular Hybrid and Neuro-interventional setting.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Clinical Skills*

• * Completion of VI competencies*
• * Able to use critical thinking skills*
• * Work in conjunction with radiologists/ vascular surgeons/ cardiologists*
• * Preps the patient for procedure*
• * Demonstrates and understands sterile technique*
• * Prepares necessary supplies and equipment for procedure*
• * Enters appropriate charges for supplies and procedure(SIM CODES)

Job Responsibilities*

• * Must be flexible with hours to meet departmental needs*
• * Able to work scheduled and On-Call*
• * Knows existing lines of communication and authority*
• * Handles communications properly*
• * Introduces self to patient and/or guardian utilizing proper scripting ie. AIDET*
• * Transports patients as needed*
• * Provides privacy and comfort for patient/customers*
• * Assists with maintenance of departmental records, Joint Commission standards, State and Federal Regulations and performance Improvement*
• * Completes necessary paperwork*
• * Answers departmental phone using proper scripting*
• * Maintains stock levels and outdates*
• * Maintain current License and BLS certifications*
• * Assist in in service/training for other medical imaging staff as appropriate*
• * Works as a team with other VI staff to obtain the best possible outcome*
• * Performs any other duties as needed when asks by leadership

Quality and Patient Safety*

• * Verifies patient ID using 2 patient identifiers, ie. Armband, DOB, verbal identification*
• * Verifies front of patient chart for same/similar name sticker*
• * Verifies Written Order and Consent, seeks clarification if order or consent unclear*
• * Uses and understands preprocedural verification/ time out form*
• * Understands and complies with site/ side marking when indicated

Patient Education*

• * Responsible for patient, family/support system education*
• * Provide post procedural home care instructions as needed

Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

High School Diploma / GED General or Accredited Program Radiologic Technology

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

• ARRT-CV - ARRT Cardio Vascular Interven or ARRT-R - ARRT Radiography or ARRT-VI - ARRT Vascular Intervention Rad or RCIS - Registered CVI Specialist
• BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor

Additional License(s) and Certification(s):

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire

Required Minimum Experience:

Minimum 3 years experience in Interventional Special Procedures either in IR, cardiac or vascular hybrid setting required.

Required Minimum Skills:

• Able to function independently during procedures after appropriate orientation/competency on unit and as demonstrated by being place on call rotation.
• Competency in all aspects of interventional/vascular procedures, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection.
• Required special/advanced procedure registry as outlined above.
• Must have an understanding of anatomy and pathology as well as how they affect the quality of a procedure.
• The individual must be able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and display a positive attitude.

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