Angiogram/ Interventional Technologist - Full Time, 40 hrs - San Diego

Kaiser Permanente • San Diego, CA

300d

About The Position

Under the indirect supervision, provides patient services using imaging modalities. Performs a variety of angio interventional procedures on patients of all ages. Evaluates images for technical quality. Exercises professional attitude and judgment in the performance of duties. Provides patient care essential to angio interventional procedures. Recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action and initiates life support measures.

Requirements

• Minimum two (2) years' experience as a staff technologist in Interventional Radiology or successful completion of the department angiography interventional training program.
• Radiologic Technologist Certificate (California).
• Certified Radiologic Technologist - Fluoroscopy Certificate (California).
• Radiologic Technologist Certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Basic Life Support within three (3) months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Certificate of advanced qualification: ARRT-Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) and/or Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CV).
• Venipuncture Certificate.
• Additional training in the use and practices of angiography interventional procedures.

Responsibilities

• Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
• Is responsive to the needs of others by maintaining a professional behavior toward members and coworkers and creating a positive image for the department.
• Handles a high number of member contacts and deals with customer complaints in a positive way.
• Provides compassionate service and treats coworkers with respect and appreciation.
• Demonstrates competence in the operation of radiographic equipment, both mobile and stationary in various patient care settings.
• Consistently selects correct technical factors relative to the requirements of the study and the patients age and body habitus.
• Processes radiographic images properly, utilizing automated equipment and uses proper sterile technique.
• Demonstrates knowledge of, and consistently uses ancillary equipment (e.g. catheters, guidewires, etc.) properly.
• Demonstrates competence in the positioning of patients for radiographic imaging.
• Utilizes various immobilizing devices such as sponges and sandbags whenever necessary to obtain acceptable radiographs and/or electronic images.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served.
• Exercises Good Clinical Judgment by consulting with the radiologist or other clinician for purposes of clarifying orders.
• Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive, and accurate manner.
• Provides functional direction to assigned staff and assigns work to staff appropriately.
• Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service.
• Demonstrates good communication skills and communicates verbally in a clear and concise manner.
• Maintains equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with department guidelines.

Benefits

• $12,000 Sign-on Bonus Eligible Position!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services