Special Procedures & Interventional Radiology Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging - Lorain Hospital

Special Procedures & Interventional Radiology Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging - Lorain Hospital

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

• Full Time – Scheduled for 32 Weekly Hours (64 hrs per pay period)
• Shift Times – Days / Afternoons

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 unless clinical deviation is necessary.
• Prepares patients for procedures, including explaining the procedure and providing instructions 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 reporting to Manager 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.

• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
• 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 performed)

Associate's 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 Communication System (PACS) (preferred)

• Adolescents (13‑17 years)
• Adults (18‑64 years)
• Geriatrics (≥ 65 years)

• 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.

• Exposure to potential electrical shock.
• Exposure to X‑ray / electromagnetic energy.
• Exposure to high‑pitched noises.
• Exposure to radiation.

• De‑escalation
• Physical interventions
• Debriefing
• Motivational interviewing
• Patient‑centered care
• Care planning
• Performing medical and safety screenings
• Working within an interdisciplinary team
• Medication reconciliation
• Monitoring patient conditions during treatment
• Administering non‑intravenous medications
• Informing medical professionals regarding patient conditions…