Cath Lab Technologist - St. Francis Downtown

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Greenville, SC

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About The Position

The Special Procedures and Cath Lab Technologist assists the Licensed Practitioner with fluoroscopic, specialized interventional, and Neuro-Interventional procedures while using sterile technique. The technologist prepares, administers, and documents activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, and facility policy.

The role also performs diagnostic vascular laboratory examinations using ultrasound and physiologic testing equipment to evaluate cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial, and peripheral venous systems. The technologist prepares patients for procedures, reviews patient information and documents findings in the hospital electronic medical record, and works with referring physicians when an exam order requires clarification. The role requires adherence to exam protocols, safety and infection-control policies, patient confidentiality requirements, and Bon Secours Mercy Health’s Mission, Values, and corporate responsibility standards. Other job-related duties may be assigned, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Certification and registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
• BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association; must be obtained from an approved source before direct patient care.
• Skills in de-escalation, physical interventions, debriefing, motivational interviewing, patient-centered care, care planning, medical and safety screenings, interdisciplinary teamwork, medication reconciliation, monitoring patient conditions, administering non-intravenous medications, communicating patient conditions and care to medical professionals, recording patient medical histories, attention to detail, acceptance of authority, critical thinking, communication with family members, teamwork, conflict resolution, active listening, and relationship building.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree from an ARRT-accredited institute.
• One year of radiology experience with surgery experience using CR.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Certification in Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiography, R.T.(R)(CV)(ARRT).
• Certification in Vascular-Interventional Radiology, R.T.(R)(VI)(ARRT).
• State licensure, unless required by the state where the job is performed.
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training.
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) training.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Licensed Practitioner with fluoroscopic, specialized interventional, and Neuro-Interventional procedures using sterile technique.
• Prepare, administer, and document activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and facility policy.
• Perform diagnostic vascular laboratory examinations using ultrasound and physiologic testing equipment to evaluate cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial, and peripheral venous systems.
• Follow exam protocols unless a deviation is clinically necessary.
• Prepare patients for procedures by explaining the procedure and providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
• Contact the referring physician or other appropriate medical personnel for clarification before an exam if the order appears incorrect.
• Use the hospital electronic medical record to review patient information, enter preliminary reporting, and document critical findings according to department policy.
• Complete assigned tasks within a time frame appropriate to the situation.
• Adhere to Bon Secours Mercy Health’s Mission and Values, corporate responsibility standards, applicable laws and regulations, and reporting requirements for suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts.
• Follow safety and infection-control standards and protect patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrate proficiency in non-invasive vascular exams and knowledge of vascular anatomy, exam procedures, interpretation criteria, and correlation of vascular lab results with other hospital procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree