DIC Special Procedure Tech

Northwell Health

9h

About The Position

Description Job Description Performs a variety of special procedure imaging functions under the direct supervision of a physician during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Performs radiographic procedures, Commuted Tomography (CT) and related exams, as required.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Radiologic Technology Program, required.
• New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist, required.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists registration in Computed Tomography R.T. (CT)(ARRT) required, within eighteen (18) months of entry date into position.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification, required.
• Minimum of two (2) years related imaging experience, required.
• Communication and customer service skills, required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience performing special procedure imaging functions, preferred.
• Injection Administration on the DOH license, preferred.
• CT Experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for diagnostic and therapeutic interventional procedures. Ensures patient is prepped and draped in a sterile fashion. Explains procedure in easy-to-understand terms to patient. Positions patient based on type of exam/procedure being performed. Applies shields according to department guidelines.
• Prepares sterile trays for diagnostic/therapeutic interventional procedures, as required. Adheres to strict sterile techniques and prepares tray instrumentation according to established policies and procedures.
• Sets up imaging and auxiliary equipment based on type of exam/procedure being performed.
• Prepares intravenous iodinated contrast injector in accordance with technical and safety standards, as required.
• Performs imaging exams according to established standards, processes and procedures.
• Recognizes and promptly reports any changes in patient’s condition to physician. Assists in cardiopulmonary emergencies, as directed.
• Prepares and labels high quality digital images/videos for physician review.
• Performs radiographic procedures, Commuted Tomography (CT) and related exams, as required.
• May operate 3D workstations, including import of CT, MRI and ultrasound images.
• Maintains and imaging equipment. Makes setting adjustments, as needed. Documents preventive maintenance, service reports, and repair status.
• Performs related duties, as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed