Cardiovascular Radiology Technologist I FT Variable

Overview

JOB SUMMARY:   Candidates will be efficient in performing Cardiac and InterventionRadiology procedures . 

Candidates will function as a xray / scrub tech as required, will rotate on standby-by schedule as required for radiology tech and cardiovascular tech coverage. Candidates will select technique parameters in keeping with ALARA. Candidates will review and evaluate digital images for quality to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes. Candidates will have experience in surgical scrub technique or have minimum 2 year experience in Cath Lab and/or interventional procedure.  Candidates will train new staff on Radiology and scrub technique. Candidates will use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients, visitors, and staff. Candidates’ job skills require excellent written and verbal communication, sensitivity to the physical and psychological needs of patients. Attention to detail and the ability to follow a physician's instructions will be important to the success of working in a team concept. Position requires stamina transporting  patients to/from the hospital bed to the Radiology Department.  

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

Responsibilities

• Always checks patient identification band before transporting and before any procedure is performed.

  Understands the use of procedural equipment necessary.

  Assists in stocking supplies on a daily basis.

  Functions as a surgical scrub tech as required. 

  Archives EP studies routinely per vendor.

  Utilizes and documents in procedural documentation system.

  Transports the patient, safely, on the proper transportation device both to and from the Radiology department; Always informs the nurses’ station when a patient has left and returned; Signs appropriate documents.

  Refers to the departmental procedure manual to ensure that all standard views are taken; Refers to requisition for any special instructions that the physician or Radiologist may have indicated; Always takes pictures at all angles as requested by physician.

  Checks equipment, accessories and supplies; Keeps area stocked at all times, cleans after each use; Daily cleans Radiology room.

  Performs general office duties; Answering phone, filing, scheduling patients, writing-up reports, maintaining patient records, etc.; Functions as a department receptionist, as requested.

  Responsible for the completion of all procedures scheduled during the shift without interference to the quality of work.

  Responds to changes in the work schedule as necessary; Demonstrates flexibility in view of interruptions; Functions as a steadily productive technologist.

  Demonstrates the ability to perform work in an accurate and timely manner in periods of crisis and emergency situations when time is critical.

  Maintains room, materials, equipment, and medicine as needed for patients in a ready state, in order to increase overall efficiency of procedures.

  Demonstrates a willingness and ability to assist others as requested; Always assists in other areas of the department such as receptionist duties, clerical duties, and other assignments as requested by the supervisor or Radiology; Always uses time for departmental advantage.

  Reports “free-time” to supervisor asks what needs to be done and readily volunteers for additional work; Demonstrates competence in the routine performance of other duties as assigned by the supervisor or Radiology.

  Assists in the institutional in-service programs for both staff and nursing as requested by the Radiologist or supervisor.

  Assists in developing the skills of other staff members in particular areas of expertise, as requested.

  Demonstrates a knowledge of  institutional policies regarding patient care, fire and safety, and infection control; Has a complete knowledge of radiation safety procedures.

  Always refers unsolved problems to the appropriate person.

  Assists others in the department as requested.

  Checks requisitions throughout shift to make sure that all procedures are completed as appropriate.

  Utilizes supportive personnel effectively so as to concentrate on patient care responsibilities; plans schedules for students as required.

  Assumes personal responsibility for on-going education and professional development.

  Always maintains supplies at par value levels; Inventories and orders as necessary.

  Assists in the cleaning and organizing of the entire department on own initiative; Maintains orderliness and cleanliness in areas of responsibility at all times.

  Assists in the instruction of students.

  Responsible for being orientated and trained prior to using new equipment. Practices preventive maintenance procedures and reports all needed repairs to supervisor.

  Follows through on procedures; Reports any incomplete assignments to ensure continuity or procedures.

  Attends required in-service/orientation education programs and/or hospital meetings.

  Performs other duties as assigned.