Special Procedure Technologist - Atrium Health University - PRN

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technologist to join their dynamic team. This role involves assisting in various invasive procedures, ensuring patient comfort, and providing essential support during interventions. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in radiography and patient care, along with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare professionals. Join a team dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services and making a difference in the community. If you are passionate about patient care and looking for a rewarding opportunity in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technologist Program required.
• 1 year in diagnostic and 1 year in Interventional Radiology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized radiography and fluoroscopic coverage of procedures.
• Explain procedures to patients and ensure their comfort during interventions.

Skills

Patient Care

Radiography

Fluoroscopy

Communication

Manual Dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ANA accredited Radiologic Technologist Program

BLS HCP certification

RTR certification

Tools

WITT program

Job description

Overview

Atrium Health University City provides health care services in the University City, Mint Hill, North Mecklenburg, and Southwest Cabarrus regions in North Carolina. The award-winning maternity center provides personalized support and education throughout pregnancy, delivery, and recovery, while the Emergency Department has more than 65,000 patient visits every year. Specialties also include cancer care, diabetes care, heart care, neuroscience, rehabilitation and much more. With the on-site Farmer’s Market and Teaching Garden, our teammates and community members have easy access to local, fresh foods, highlighting the nutritional and environmental benefit of locally grown produce.

Job Summary:

The function of the Interventional Radiology Technologist is to assist in the various invasive Angio, and interventional procedures performed in the Interventional Radiology Suite. Responsible for surgical scrub and circulation duties, performing total patient care during and post the procedure, while the patient is in the Interventional Radiology area.

Essential Functions:

1. Performs specialized radiography and fluoroscopic coverage of interventional and angiographic procedures under the direction of a physician.
2. Explains the procedure to the patient and preps the patient for the procedure.
3. Obtains medications, radiopharmaceuticals, or contrast materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist, or registered nurse.
4. Circulates during the procedure and maintains responsibility for patient comfort.
5. Provides supplies necessary for diagnostic and therapeutic invasive procedures.
6. Removes catheters/sheaths and applies direct pressure or clamp as appropriate.
7. Provides necessary report information to the holding area or nursing unit as needed.
8. Records and processes hemodynamic reports, contrast media records and charges promptly and accurately.
9. Enters patient data and inventory into WITT program and sends films for review.
10. Communicates equipment malfunctions to leadership or department engineer for repairs.

Physical Requirements:

Requires standing and walking while wearing 10 to 15-pound lead radiation protection aprons. Exposure to radiation, secretions and blood. Confined working area. Normal vision, manual dexterity and good eye and hand coordination is necessary to operate equipment. Constant concentration required during procedures.

Education, Training, Experience:

High School Diploma or GED required. Completion of an ANA accredited Radiologic Technologist Program or completion of an accredited Radiology Interventional Program required. BLS HCP certification from AHA required. RTR required. 1 year in diagnostic and 1 year in Interventional Radiology preferred.