Cardiovascular Special Procedures Technologist

Banner Health•Glendale, AZ

37d•Onsite

About The Position

A rewarding career that fits your life. Those who have joined the Banner mission come from all walks of life, united by the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. If changing health care for the better sounds like something you want to be part of, apply today. As a Special Procedures Technologist within our Cardiac Cath Lab at Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Chandler, there are exciting opportunities to be a part of the health care transformation. We are known nationally as an innovative leader in new health care models and are on the cutting edge of medical advances. This SPT will perform a variety of roles, including monitoring and procedure scrubbing, as well as assisting physicians and nursing. We offer a wide variety of cardiac procedures, including diagnostic, structural, and electrophysiology, just to name a few. We do see pediatric and adult patients. Shift Details: This position is eligible for flat $3hr weekend shift differential. Full-Time: 3 12 hour shifts per week Night, Holiday and Weekend Call Should you have any questions, please contact Debbie Hoekstra at 970-810-6347 or [email protected] Banner Health's premier West Valley Level I Trauma for adults and Tertiary Care destination for all ages. Banner Thunderbird Medical Center (BTMC) and Banner Children's Hospital at Thunderbird provide a preferred destination for surgical, oncological, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedic, pediatric, and women and infant services achieved through best-in-class 5-star CMS rating to provide patients with high quality, safe care for the best possible experience. Our campus is one of the largest campuses in the Banner network with over 3000 employees. BTMC was voted Best of the Best in 2023 by Banner Health out of 30 hospitals. This is the most prestigious award one of our largest hospitals can receive for consistently meeting our annual targets. If you would like to contribute to truly leading edge caring, we invite you to bring your experience and skills to Banner Thunderbird. POSITION SUMMARY This position performs prescribed specialized radiographic procedures as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. The incumbent ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.

Requirements

Recent graduate or less than 2 years of Cardiac Cath Lab or Electrophysiology (EP) experience, working routine diagnostics and basic interventions.
Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Requires ARRT certification in Radiologic Technology (RT) as required by state law.
Licensure and/or certification(s) as required by state regulatory agency, if applicable.
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
Basic knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology.
Basic understanding of Cath Lab procedures and protocols.
Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, ability to analyze data and solve problems.

Nice To Haves

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs radiographic diagnostic/interventional special procedures by following and verifying referring providers' orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.
Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.
Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies. Demonstrates competence in the administration of radiopharmaceuticals and other approved medications.
Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to radiation safety policies.
Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.
Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.
Independently performs prescribed radiographic procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.

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