Lead Special Procedure and Cath Lab - Interventional Radiology

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Springfield, OH

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About The Position

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. The Lead Angiography/Special Procedures Technologist acts as the principal radiologic technologist overseeing the technical operations required for the performance of routine and advanced procedures. This individual is considered an expert-level IR Technologist.

Requirements

• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)
• ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support- American Heart Association (preferred)
• Certification in Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiography R.T.(R)(CV)(ARRT) (preferred)
• Vascular-Interventional Radiology R.T.(R)(VI)(ARRT) (preferred)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
• 2 years' experience in Interventional Radiology and or Cardiology (required)
• Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)

Nice To Haves

• Training in EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Training in Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Coordinates work assignments including on-call schedule.
• Assists in staff education, maintaining competencies and training.
• Provides input to Manager and Director regarding hiring and annual performance appraisals for IR team.
• Assists in coordination of research and quality improvement projects in the department.
• Implements systems to assure the smooth and efficient flow of patients for procedures in IR.
• Obtains and verifies patient's clinical history and appropriate lab work ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
• Provides accurate explanations and instructions to the patient and their care providers and addresses questions and concerns regarding the procedure.
• Determines all procedural requirements are in place to achieve a quality procedure.
• Assists licensed practitioner with fluoroscopic and specialized interventional and neuro-Interventional procedures.
• Administers contrast with a power injector as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Adheres to radiation safety rules and standards by applying principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
• Selects and operates the imaging equipment and/or associated equipment to achieve desired results.
• Verifies informed consent and completes pre, procedural and post procedure documentation.
• Completes timeouts as required per policy.
• Assesses patient risk for allergic reaction to contrast media prior to administration and can assist in the initial treatment of its adverse effects associated to its administration.
• Uses PACS (picture archival communication system) and other facilities systems with proficiency. Is aware of downtime procedures.
• Receives, relays and documents verbal, written and electronic orders in the patient's medical record.
• Maintains inventory and notifies appropriate personnel when supplies are needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree