Special Procedures and Cath Lab Technologist - West Hospital

Overview

West Hospital – Special Procedures and Cath Lab Technologist

Full-Time - 36 Hours/Week | Day/Evening Shift

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.

• 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.
• Demonstrates ability to perform non-invasive vascular exams at the level of proficiency.
• Demonstrates 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.

Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) is required. BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (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).

Associate's degree from an ARRT accredited institute (preferred).

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

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred). Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) (preferred).

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

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse. May be required to use physical restraints. May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. May have periods of constant interruptions. Individual in this position is required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and adhere to infection control policies.

Physical Demands and Work Position: frequency indicators may include 0%, 1-33%, 34-66%, 67-100% with lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling ranges as applicable; include standing, sitting, walking, bending, crawling, stooping, kneeling, climbing,…