Interventional Special Procedures Tech 2 - PRN Shift

Wellstar Health System; Roswell (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Roswell, Georgia is seeking an Interventional Special Procedures Tech 2 for full-time employment. This entry-level position involves assisting in providing age-appropriate patient care and performing a variety of technical procedures. The ideal candidate will have a degree from an AMA-approved Radiology Technology school, at least one year of relevant experience, and required ARRT Radiography and BLS certifications. Join our team to enhance patient care and work in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in Interventional Special Procedures setting.
• Competency in patient positioning and radiation protection.
• Required certifications in ARRT Radiography and BLS.

Responsibilities

• Assist with providing safe, age-appropriate care to patients.
• Perform a wide variety of technical procedures.
• Work in conjunction with healthcare professionals to prep patients.

Skills

Independently function during procedures

Competency in interventional/vascular procedures

Understanding of anatomy and pathology

Communication in verbal and written English

Education

Graduate of AMA-approved School of Radiology Technology

Job description

Interventional Special Procedures Tech 2 - PRN Shift

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Overview

Functions under the direction of the clinical coordinator and/or department 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 and vascular hybrid interventional procedural setting.

Responsibilities

• Clinical skills
• Completion of VI competencies
• Use of critical thinking skills
• Work in conjunction with radiologists, vascular surgeons, cardiologists
• Prep the patient for procedure
• Demonstrate and understand sterile technique
• Prepare necessary supplies and equipment for procedure
• Enter appropriate charges for supplies and procedure (SIM CODES)
• Verify patient ID using two patient identifiers (e.g., armband, DOB, verbal identification)
• Verify front of patient chart for same/similar name sticker
• Verify written order and consent, seek clarification if order or consent unclear
• Use and understand pre‑procedural verification/time‑out form
• Understand and comply with site/side marking when indicated
• Be flexible with hours to meet departmental needs
• Work scheduled and on‑call as required
• Know existing lines of communication and authority
• Handle communications properly
• Introduce self to patient and/or guardian using proper scripting (e.g., AIDET)
• Transport patients as needed
• Provide privacy and comfort for patient/customers
• Assist with maintenance of departmental records, Joint Commission standards, State and Federal Regulations, and performance improvement
• Complete necessary paperwork
• Answer departmental phone using proper scripting
• Maintain stock levels and inventory
• Maintain current license and BLS certifications
• Assist in service/training for other medical imaging staff as appropriate
• Work as a team with other VI staff to obtain the best possible outcome
• Perform any other duties as needed when asked by leadership
• Be responsible for patient, family/support system education
• Provide post‑procedural home‑care instructions as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Comply with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct

Required Minimum Education

• Graduate of AMA‑approved School of Radiology Technology.

Required Minimum Experience

• Minimum 1 year experience in Interventional Special Procedures setting in either IR and/or vascular hybrid setting.

Required Minimum Skills

• Function independently during procedures after appropriate orientation/competency on unit and as demonstrated by being placed 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.
• Understanding of anatomy and pathology and how they affect the quality of a procedure.
• Communicate and understand verbal and written English and display a positive attitude.

Required Minimum License(s) And Certification(s)

• ARRT Radiography – Required
• Basic Life Support – Required
• BLS – Instructor – Required
• BLS – Provisional – Required

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care