Cardiovascular/IR Lab Special Procedure Technologist

St. Charles Health System • Bend, OR

56d • $49 - $73

About The Position

The Cardiovascular/IR Lab Special Procedure Technologist performs general, invasive, and interventional procedures at a technical level and provides patient focused care as part of the care delivery team in the Cardiac Cath Lab, Angio/IR Lab, EP Lab and OR interventional procedure room and in other related settings as needed. This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.

Requirements

• Graduate of a certified radiologic technology-training program.
• Current ARRT or equivalent registration.
• Current Oregon Board of Medical Imaging license.
• BLS/ACLS Certification within 90 days of hire.
• Two (2) years experience in a Cardiovascular or Interventional Radiology lab.
• Cardiovascular experience.
• Hospital equipment/systems experience.
• EMR experience.
• Wearing of Lead for all procedures in labs. Lead ranging from 10 – 20 lbs. may be worn for up to 10hrs per shift.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• RCIS, RCES, CEPS/IBHRE or ARRT CI/VI credentials.
• Electrophysiology experience.
• Cardiovascular and Interventional Lab equipment experience to include Asist, Volcano, Phillips, Siemens, and GE MacLab.
• Hospital equipment/systems experience to include the use of EPIC.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical and emotional support to patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Applies standards of radiation safety guidelines outlined by ALARA and Oregon State Health Division.
• Performs Diagnostic Radiographic procedural examinations in the interventional setting.
• Provides and monitors equipment and supplies based on patient and procedural needs.
• Performs Special Procedure, Cardiac Cath Lab, and EP Radiographic examinations.
• Assists in Record Maintenance and statistics.
• Perform diagnostic and interventional hemodynamic monitoring.
• Participates in training and education program as requested.
• Creates and maintains sterile field and demonstrates aseptic technique in scrub role.
• Performs sponge, sharps, and instrument counts when appropriate.
• Performs accurate supply and equipment usage documentation and charge capture.
• Performs documentation according to SCHS policies and guideline requirements.
• Assures that equipment is functioning properly, and that appropriate supply inventory is maintained.
• Subject to providing stand-by and on-call coverage as required by the needs of the department.
• Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.
• Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
• Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
• Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate.
• May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for an in-state or out of state relocation bonus, amount based on location.
• This position is within the OFNHP bargaining unit.
• Step placement is determined by years of experience.
• Shift differentials under the OFNHP are currently as follows: Evening: $2.50/hr. Weekend: $4/hr. Night: Starts at $10/hr.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees