Special Procedures Tech, Cath Lab

Memorial Hermann Health System; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Part Time Special Procedures Tech for the Cath Lab in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. The role involves performing specialized radiological procedures to assist in diagnosis and assist physicians during invasive radiological procedures.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology school and is certified by ARRT. Additionally, candidates must hold a Texas Medical Board license and demonstrate the ability to manage patient care effectively while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support.
• Current license or temporary license by the Texas Medical Board (MRT) is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs special/invasive radiology procedures on patients.
• Ensures compliance with all radiation safety procedures.
• Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards.

Skills

Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

Registered Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R)

Tools

Radiology equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Special Procedures Tech, Cath Lab (Part Time)

Takes radiologic films of the body requiring specialized or complicated procedures to assist in the diagnosis of diseases and injuries. Acts as an assistant to the physician during invasive radiological procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support.
• Current license or temporary license by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required.
• Registered Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R).

Experience / Knowledge / Skills

• Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.

Principal Accountabilities

• Performs special/invasive radiology procedures on patients ensuring compliance with all radiation safety procedures: prepares patients for exam, explains procedure, administers contrast when necessary, positions patients for the exam, selects appropriate imaging techniques, and ensures technical quality of the images.
• Enter and monitors patient data.
• Performs quality assurance on radiology equipment.
• May assist with initial and renewal application for ACR and other accreditation.
• Identifies and reports any accidents, complaints or equipment malfunction to department management.
• Takes emergency call within the department.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.
• Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.

Other duties as assigned.

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