Cath Lab Rad Technologist II - FT/Days

Houston Methodist • Houston, TX

300d

About The Position

The Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist II is an experienced, fully competent Technologist with specialized training and knowledge of cardiovascular procedures directly related to the Cardiac Catherization Laboratory. Responsible for assisting physicians with highly specialized and complex interventional and therapeutic radiologic procedures including but not limited to: peripheral and coronary angioplasty, stents, rotablators, artherectomy, laser, and coronary ultrasound; electrophysiology procedures including ablations and device implantation. A member of the direct patient care team, actively participates and scrubs into Cath Lab cases to assist with the movement and alignment of equipment as well as the control of radiation throughout procedures. Serves as a mentor to Cath Lab Rad Tech I's, Cath Lab RN's and students by utilizing skills and knowledge to help train and educate others. Works independently exercising sound judgment and executing above average clinical skills on challenging diagnostic procedures and patient care situations. Delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to radiation standards and guidelines established by radiology agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. This job requires availability to be on call.

Requirements

• Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s).
• At least 3 years experience as a Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist; may consider HM Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist with at least two years Cath Lab experience of which at least one has been with HM.

Responsibilities

• Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results.
• Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
• Performs interventional and therapeutic radiologic procedures including but not limited to: peripheral and coronary angioplasty, stents, rotablators, artherectomy, laser, and coronary ultrasound; electrophysiology procedures including ablations and device implantation, fluoroscopy and cine modalities.
• Actively participates and scrubs into Cath Lab cases to assist with the movement and alignment of equipment as well as the control of radiation throughout procedures.
• Provides care for the physical needs of patients by executing various Radiologic concepts to maximize performance.
• Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizes complications / limitations associated with certain procedures.
• Proactively identifies how to address these for optimum outcomes.
• Follows radiation safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly.
• Properly utilizes patient radiation protection and immobilization during diagnostic procedures.
• Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures.
• Complies with job, departmental and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.
• Ensures all imaging equipment has had QC performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use.
• Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.
• Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures.
• Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
• Participates in departmental projects and shared governance activities.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities