Angio Tech

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Provides care for the patient undergoing cardiac, radiologic and/or surgical procedures, and is responsible for data entry for billing purposes and logging of case data into the digital archive of the department.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Diagnostic Imaging teams at Samaritan Health Services use state-of-the-art imaging technology while providing health care teams with the information needed for a fast, accurate diagnosis. Imaging services include: X-Ray, Fluoroscopy, Bone Density, CT Scan, Digital Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET-CT, Ultrasound services, Cardiac Cath and Interventional Radiology.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

• Current ARRT RT(R) credential required. If registry eligible, credential within six (6) months of hire required.
• Current unencumbered Oregon license in Radiologic Technology required. If a new graduate, temporary license upon hire and permanent license within six (6) months of hire required.
• Healthcare Provider BLS required upon hire.
• One (1) year of experience or training in a Cath Lab/Angio hospital setting preferred.
• GSR Cardiac Cath Lab: ACLS required within 90 days of hire.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Adaptability/Flexibility/Social Perceptiveness: Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and communicating with patients and caregivers. Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent situations that may arise with diverse patient populations, as well as adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients. Possess sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
• Communication/Medical Terminology: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Knowledge of medical records, procedures, and terminology.
• Confidentiality/Health Information Technology: Knowledge of and ability to comply with State and Federal (HIPAA) laws pertaining to confidentiality of protected health information and how it applies to health information technology.
• Customer Service: Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Safety/Mechanical: Knowledge of safety practices and procedures, as well as knowledge of equipment and systems and the ability to promote safe and secure operations.
• Stress Management/Problem Solving/Time Management: Ability to maintain patience and composure in high stress/difficult situations. Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to be completed within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Rarely (1 - 10% of the time)
• Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time)
• Frequently (34 - 66% of the time)
• Continually (67 – 100% of the time)
• CLIMB - STAIRS
• KNEEL (on knees)
• CRAWL (hands & knees)
• REACH - Upward
• PINCH Fingers
• SIT
• LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 lbs
• LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 lbs
• LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 lbs
• LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 lbs
• CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
• CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
• SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
• SQUAT Repetitive
• WALK - INCLINE
• ROTATE TRUNK
• SITTING
• ROTATE TRUNK
• STANDING
• ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERY
• PULL (20-40 pounds force)
• BEND FORWARD at waist
• GRASP Hand/Fist
• FINGER DEXTERITY
• PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
• MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
• REACH - Forward
• WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
• STAND None specified