Special Procedures Technologist, Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem, Day Shift
Jobsought · Whittier, CA · 3 days ago
OTHRFull-time
Responsibilities
- Performs, assists, and completes Cardiac and Vascular Radiographic examinations.
- Performs active radiographic interventional procedures in the cardiovascular lab using a variety of complicated and sophisticated equipment.
- Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular system during cardiac catheterization.
- Positions and instructs patients for examinations and performs specialized studies.
- Assists physicians with specialized procedures, including special exams.
- Enters technical factors determined by protocol into computer.
- Raises and lowers examining table and manipulates and positions x-ray tube in response to instructions from physician.
- Starts automatic injection of contrast medium into blood vessels of patient.
- Activates fluoroscope and motion picture camera to produce images that assist physician.
- Provides patients with procedure explanations in preparation for exams and provides clear discharge instructions.
- Monitors and controls environmental factors, like temperature, humidity and electrical safety.
- Assists physician in interventional procedures, such as instilling enzymes or inserting balloon in blood vessels to remove plaque or other blockage.
- Maintains accurate and updated documentation, adhering with program standards.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Required
- Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy
- Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS)
Preferred
- Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience
- Bachelor's Degree in radiologic technology or equivalent
- Experience in Cath Lab or Special Procedures
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification