Special Procedures and Cath Lab Technologist - Cath Lab - Springfield Regional Medical Center

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx cover

Paid time off and family leave

Tuition assistance and continuing ed

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Ohio is seeking a Special Procedures and Cath Lab Technologist to assist licensed practitioners in fluoroscopic and specialized interventional procedures, while maintaining sterile technique and documenting medications and radiation exposure.

Responsibilities include patient prep, order review, EMR documentation, and adherence to safety, confidentiality, and organizational policies.

Qualifications

• Certification and Registration with ARRT or CCI required.
• BLS certification required prior to direct patient care.
• ACLS preferred.
• CV-Interventional Radiography RT(R)(CV)(ARRT) preferred.
• Vascular-Interventional Radiology RT(R)(VI)(ARRT) preferred.
• State Licensure preferred unless required by the state.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic vascular lab exams using ultrasound and physiologic testing equipment.
• Prepare patients for procedures and explain expectations to minimize anxiety.
• Contact referring physician to clarify orders when needed.
• Utilize EMR to review patient information and document findings.
• Complete assigned tasks promptly while maintaining safety and confidentiality.
• Adhere to mission and policies; report unethical or unlawful acts.
• Demonstrate knowledge of vascular anatomy and exam interpretation.

Skills

ARRT certification

CCI certification

BLS certification

ACLS certification

CV-Interventional Radiography (ARRT)

Vascular-Interventional Radiology (ARR

State Licensure

Education

Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology (ARRT-accredited)

Job description

Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

The Special Procedures and Cath Lab Technologist will assist the Licensed Practitioner in the completion of fluoroscopic and specialized interventional and Neuro-Interventional procedures while using sterile technique. They prepare, administer and document activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations or facility policy.

Essential Job Functions

• 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 except when deviation is clinically necessary.
• Prepares patients for procedures, including explaining the procedure and providing instructions in order to obtain the desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize patient anxiety.
• Contacts referring physician (or other appropriate medical personnel) for clarification prior to performing an exam if there is a suspicion that the exam order is incorrect.
• Utilizes the hospital electronic medical record to review patient information, enter preliminary reporting, and document any critical findings in accordance with department policy.
• Completes assigned tasks in a time frame appropriate for the situation.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Mission and Values of Bon Secours Mercy Health and adheres to the standards and policies set forth by the Corporate responsibility program, including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations, and reporting to Manager (or Corporate *Responsibility line) any suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts of practice.
• Adheres to all standards and policies regarding safety initiatives, infection control policies, and protecting patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrate ability to perform non-invasive vascular exams at the level of proficiency.
• Demonstrate knowledge of vascular anatomy, exam procedures, interpretation criteria, and correlation of vascular lab exam results with other hospital procedures.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)
• ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support- American Heart Association (preferred)
• Certification in Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiography R.T.(R)(CV)(ARRT) (preferred)
• Vascular-Interventional Radiology R.T.(R)(VI)(ARRT) (preferred)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)

Education

Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)

Work Experience

1 year experience in radiology with surgery experience in use of CR (preferred)

Training

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Language

None

Patient Population

• Adolescents (13-17 years)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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