Interventional Specialty Tech- Interventional Radio

The MetroHealth System (Cleveland, OH); Cleveland (OH); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The MetroHealth System is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to assist with diagnostic and interventional procedures across vascular, cardiology, interventional radiology, and neuroscience service lines.

Under general supervision of the fluoroscopy operator, you will provide imaging services for a wide patient age range, following MetroHealth policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must have ARRT certification and Ohio radiographer license required.
• Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program.
• ACLS and BLS certifications or obtain within specified probationary period.

Responsabilités

• Assist with a variety of diagnostic and interventional procedures across service lines.
• Maintain safety and care standards for patients from infancy to geriatric.
• Work under fluoroscopy guidance with a focus on quality imaging and patient comfort.

Connaissances

Interpersonal communication

On-call readiness

Team collaboration

Formation

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program

ARRT Registered Radiologic Technologist

Ohio Radiographer License

ACLS or within 1 year of hire

BLS Certification

Outils

C-arm

Diagnostic equipment

Computers

Description du poste

Location: METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER

Biweekly Hours: 80.00

Shift: 7a-5:30p (4x10hr shift) on Days, Mon-Fri

Call: R otation, every 3rd week

The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County’s safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.

Summary

Under the general supervision of the fluoroscopy operator, assists with a variety of diagnostic and interventional procedures, which encompass the vascular, cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, interventional radiology, and neuroscience service lines. The patient population shall range from infancy through geriatric. Provides a safe and supporting care environment for those patients undergoing procedures involving the use of fluoroscopy. Functions in a multipurpose role depending of the needs of the individual patient and operator, and in line with The MetroHealth System approved policies and procedures and in accordance with specific governing ODH regulations. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or passage of a high school equivalency exam.
• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Possess a valid Radiographer License for the State of Ohio.
• Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or obtains within 1 year of hire
• Possess a BLS Certification from the AHA or obtains within the standard probationary period.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work on-call hours on a rotating basis to meet the needs of the department.
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preferred:

• One year of related experience with advanced certification through the ARRT in Vascular Interventional and/or Cardiac Interventional Radiography.
• Experience in the use of computers and sophisticated diagnostic equipment.
• Basic knowledge of cardiac anatomy, hemodynamics, and ability to interpret ECGs.
• Experience working with a sterile field using sterile technique.
• Experience operating a C-arm.

Physical Demands:

• May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and ambulate intermittently during the day.
• May need to sit or stand for extended periods.
• See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
• Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
• Ability to lift 250-300 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to push/pull up to 500 pounds with assistance.
• Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids.
• Requires some exposure to chemicals and cleaning products.