Interventional Radiology Technologist — Special Procedures

Mercy Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health in Cincinnati, OH seeks a Special Procedures and Cath Lab Technologist to assist licensed practitioners in fluoroscopic and interventional procedures. You will prepare, administer, and document medications and radiation exposure in compliance with laws and policy.

Responsibilities include performing vascular lab exams, preparing patients, communicating with physicians for order accuracy, and documenting findings in the EMR.

Qualifications

• Certification and Registration with ARRT or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) required
• BLS for healthcare providers required prior to direct patient care
• ACLS preferred
• Certification in Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiography R.T.(R)(CV)(ARRT) preferred
• Vascular-Interventional Radiology R.T.(R)(VI)(ARRT) preferred
• State licensure preferred where required by state

Responsibilities

• Performs high quality diagnostic vascular laboratory examinations using ultrasound and physiologic testing equipment to evaluate the cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial, peripheral venous systems and adheres to exam protocols unless deviation is clinically necessary.
• Prepares patients for procedures, including explaining the procedure and providing instructions to obtain desired results and minimize anxiety.
• Contacts referring physician for clarification prior to performing an exam if order appears incorrect.
• Utilizes the EMR to review patient information, enter preliminary reporting, and document critical findings per department policy.
• Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner and adheres to safety, infection control, and confidentiality policies.
• Demonstrates ability to perform non-invasive vascular exams and knowledge of vascular anatomy, exam procedures and interpretation criteria.

Education

ARRT-accredited Associate Degree

Job description

Mercy Health in Cincinnati, OH seeks a Special Procedures and Cath Lab Technologist to assist licensed practitioners in fluoroscopic and interventional procedures. You will prepare, administer, and document medications and radiation exposure in compliance with laws and policy.

Responsibilities include performing vascular lab exams, preparing patients, communicating with physicians for order accuracy, and documenting findings in the EMR.