Special Procedures Technologist - Atrium Health Cabarrus - PRN

Atrium Health; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Radiologic Technologist to join their Interventional Radiology Suite. In this vital role, you will assist in various invasive angio and interventional procedures, ensuring the highest level of patient care and comfort. Your expertise will be essential in performing specialized radiography, preparing patients, and managing equipment during procedures. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a leading healthcare facility, where your skills will make a significant impact on patient outcomes. If you are passionate about radiology and patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with relevant certifications.
• 1 year experience in diagnostic and 1 year in Interventional Radiology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in invasive angio and interventional procedures.
• Monitors patients and ensures comfort during procedures.
• Records and processes hemodynamic reports accurately.

Skills

Patient Monitoring

Radiographic Procedures

Fluoroscopy

Patient Preparation

Equipment Operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ANA accredited Radiologic Technologist Program

BLS HCP certification

RTR certification

Tools

WITT program

Job description

Overview

Atrium Health Cabarrus is a regional 457-bed, not-for-profit hospital in Concord, NC. More than 4,200 hospital employees provide services through an extensive inpatient and outpatient network, including Jeff Gordon Children's Center, Hayes Family Center, and Batte Cancer Center, part of Atrium Health's Levine Cancer Institute.

Job Summary

Assists in the various invasive angio and interventional procedures performed in the Interventional Radiology Suite. Organizes surgical scrub and circulation duties for total patient care during and after the procedure. Monitors patients in the Interventional Radiology area.

Essential Functions

• Performs specialized radiography and fluoroscopic coverage of interventional and angiographic procedures under the direction of a physician.
• Explains the procedure to the patient and preps the patient for the procedure.
• Obtains medications, radiopharmaceuticals, or contrast materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist, or registered nurse.
• Circulates during the procedure and maintains responsibility for patient comfort.
• Provides supplies necessary for diagnostic and therapeutic invasive procedures.
• Removes catheters/sheaths and applies direct pressure or clamp as appropriate.
• Provides necessary report information to the holding area or nursing unit as needed.
• Records and processes hemodynamic reports, contrast media records and charges promptly and accurately.
• Enters patient data and inventory into WITT program and sends films for review.
• 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 are necessary to operate equipment. Constant concentration required during procedures.

Education, Experience and Certifications

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.