Interventional Radiologic Technologist-New Pay Rates

LCMC Health • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Your job is more than a job. This is a position working with the interventional radiology team on the third floor. The Interventional Radiologic Technologist provides patient care in the course of diagnostic, therapeutic angiography procedures or special procedures. Assists other interventional providers or other colleagues with invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, which utilize advanced radiographic equipment. Responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation to patients for diagnostic and/or research purposes. Provides patient services and preforms radiographic procedures, including all aspects of fluoroscopic and digital imaging data acquisition and processing. Responsible for operating the support equipment, computers and z-ray emitting devices to ensure technical success of the procedures. Sign on Bonus 10,000 Day to Day

Requirements

• 1 year Interventional radiology, special procedures, catheterization lab (CHNOLA)
• Required: Graduate from a Diagnostic Radiologic Technology Program Radiologic Technology (CHNOLA)
• Certification Name: Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Required Issuer: American Heart Association
• Licensure Speciality: Training Certification Entity: CHNOLA
• Certification Name: Radiography Certification Required Issuer: American Registry of Radiologic Technologist
• Licensure Speciality: Certification Entity: CHNOLA
• Certification Name: Vascular Interventional Radiography Certification Required Issuer: American Registry of Radiologic Technologist
• Licensure Speciality: Certification Entity: CHNOLA
• Certification Name: Radiology Technician Required Issuer: Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners
• Licensure Speciality: Licensure Entity: CHNOLA
• Ability to effectively operate imaging equipment.
• Ability to evaluate images in order to acquire appropriate diagnostic information.
• Analyzes patient's general condition to determine best examination approach.
• Assists patient in preparing for study with appropriate dress, reviews procedure with patient, assists patient with education, answers questions and addresses concerns.
• Follows patient/equipment procedures and examines patient screening to ensure safety.
• Compiles all patient information accurately and consults with radiologist for determination of scan procedures.
• Notifies radiologist of positive screening responses as necessary.
• Coordinates patient exams by communicating appointment time, medication, transportation in an efficient and effective manner.
• Completes all documentation to maintain patient files without omissions.
• Able to perform sterile technique.

Responsibilities

• Promotes Quality: - Ensures a safe environment for employees and patients. - Participates in departmental performance improvement activities. Assists in the development of action plans to correct identified deficiencies. - Provides ongoing technical quality assurance/improvement by routinely assessing team member imaging and addressing deficiencies.
• Performs those duties involved with Interventional Radiology: - Confirms patient identity, body part and body side for every patient prior to the procedure. Positions patients as determined for specific studies. Provides immobilization as required. - Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis. - Selects and operates equipment as directed. - Processes and sends images to PACS. - Provides radiation protection to patients and assistants in accordance with prescribed safety standards, e.g., ALARA. - Assists in administering contrast media and with exams. - Documents information according to established guidelines. - Assists in the diagnosis of disease by consulting with appropriate practitioner. - Responsible for designated work area (supplies, cleaning rooms). - Assists in performing first aid when necessary.
• Adheres to Policies and Procedures: - Maintains patient safety at all times. Ensures compliance with all safety regulations for protection of patients, staff and visitors. - Adheres to aseptic technique and requirements set by safety committee. Practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination. - Adheres to OSHA standards by donning required personal protective equipment (PPE) to maintain a safe working environment. - Acquires and evaluates patient's lab values to ensure the values are within normal limits when applicable.
• Manages equipment and supplies: - Maintains inventory of supplies and orders as needed. - Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of the patients and employees. Checks and inspects the suite, equipment and accessories daily for physical or mechanical hazards. - Performs required daily equipment checks and troubleshoots equipment. Reports/escalates equipment malfunctions to the leader as needed to avoid and resolve equipment downtime. - Cleans and disinfects equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees