Cath Lab Interventional Radiology Technologist I - Operative Services

About the role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Responsibilities

• Perform prompt, courteous hemodynamic monitoring, accurate documentation and recording of all Cardiac, Vascular and Radiological procedural hemodynamics and equipment usage.
• Perform invasive technical diagnostic procedures and support for patients in the outpatient, inpatient and acute care setting.
• Maintain inventory and stock for the Cardiovascular Imaging suites.
• Assist with evaluation, preparation and after care of patients undergoing cardiac catheterization or interventional procedures and EP testing.
• Prepare and operate all equipment used during procedures in CVI.
• Proficient with monitoring and documentation utilizing physiologic recorder system.
• Maintain ACLS and emergency life support needs in the CVI.
• Monitor and record, process and interpret intra-cardiac pressures and electrocardiograph signals during procedures; provide immediate notification with observations of changes to provider.
• Comply with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Attend variety of meetings, conferences and seminars as required or directed.
• Maintain sterile work area and set up sterile work tables for various procedures.
• Explain procedures to patients and answer any questions or concerns regarding the test 100% of the time.
• Provide fluoroscopy procedures maintaining ALARA standards 100% of the time.
• Collaborate with all departments to assure timely access to services.
• Comply, communicate and distribute testing results and patient charges according to protocol.
• Demonstrate patient advocacy by assuring patient's rights to privacy, confidentiality and safety.
• Utilize infection control practices and precautions according to Bassett Medical Center Infection Control policies 100% of the time.
• Ensure that procedure rooms and staff including physicians are operating within NYS regulation of radiation safety.
• Maintain competence through continuing education 100% of the time.
• Maintain appropriate continuing education credits to keep up licensure 100% of the time.
• Treat cath lab equipment supplies with proper care and report malfunctions as appropriate.
• Utilize and order supplies prudently to maximize cost effectiveness of procedures.
• Maintain Cath Lab function with regards to appropriate staffing.
• Treat customers (Guests, patients, families, physicians and other employees) with respect, courtesy and compassion.
• Display a positive image of Bassett Medical Center by upholding the mission statement and code of ethics.
• Work cooperatively within the Cardiovascular Imaging and within other departments in the hospital.
• Ensure that patient information is kept private and confidential in accordance with hospital and HIPAA policy.
• Provide patient records and files to appropriate departments and physicians promptly.
• Perform radiographic fluoroscopy examinations as requested and in accordance to established protocols 95% of the time.
• Perform similar or related duties as requested or directed.

Qualifications

• 2 year/Associate degree from an accredited Radiology Technologist program or satisfactory completion of formal Radiology Technologist training program in an AMA approved school, required.
• Experienced Radiology Technologist with special procedure room or operating room experience, preferred.
• Broad knowledge of invasive & general cardiology, interventional radiology and peripheral vascular diagnostics and pathophysiology, preferred.
• Previous medical experience in acute care setting, preferred.
• ARRT (R) within 180 days from date of hire, required.
• At least a NYS Temporary Permit, required.
• New York State Licensure as a Radiologic Technologist within 180 days from date of hire, required.
• Injection registered within 6 months of hire, required.
• ACLS required within 6 months from date of hire.

Skills

• Accountability
• Accuracy
• Adaptability
• Build Relationships
• Clinical Skills
• Communication
• Computer Skills
• Focusing
• Interacting with People
• Listening
• Logical Thinking
• Maintain Confidentiality
• Patience
• Responsibility
• Self-Motivated
• Strategic Thinking
• Technical Skills

Physical Requirements

• Heavy work: exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs, of force constantly to move objects.
• Occasional: crouching, kneeling, stooping.
• Frequent: typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, talking.
• Constant: hearing, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking.
• Constant fit testing.

Hazards

• Occasional: chemical.
• Frequent: bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure, electrical, mechanical, radiation/radiant energy.

Working Conditions

• Occasional: dust, fumes, gases, odors.
• Frequent: noise.

Travel

Extensive: travel - you should expect to travel every week.

Pay

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

• Pay Range Minimum: USD $41.39/Hr.
• Pay Range Maximum: USD $62.71/Hr.