Special Procedures Technologist, Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem, Day Shift

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 equipment to produce digital images of designated body portions, as ordered by physicians.
• Positions and instructs patients for examinations and performs specialized studies.
• Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular system during cardiac catheterization.
• Assists physicians with specialized procedures, including special exams.
• Enters technical factors into computer as determined by protocol.
• 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.
• Observes gauges, recorder, and video screens during imaging of cardiovascular system.
• Alerts physician to changes in patient responses.
• 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) license in the state of practice
• Required: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy
• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy
• Required: Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS)
• Preferred: Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in radiologic technology or equivalent
• Preferred: Experience in Cath Lab or Special Procedures
• Preferred: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification