Neuro Interventional Technologist I

Christiana Care Health Services • Newark, DE

6d • $41 - $66 • Onsite

About The Position

PRIMARY FUNCTION: To assist the physicians during neuro- interventional radiology procedures and process and store images created during procedure. SHIFT: Day Shift - M-F This position does have On-Call PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Positions technical support for muscoskeletal procedures to include: discogram, aspirations, therapeutic injections, vertebroplasty, lumbar drains, and other related neuro interventional procedures. Responsible for technical support for vascular interventional radiology procedures Ensures proper safety standards are met for compliance with departmental policies, radiation safety standards, and joint commission regulations. Operates required imaging equipment using established guidelines and imaging protocols. Instructs students and residents and performs preceptor duties when necessary. Performs quality assurance checks on equipment. Demonstrates working knowledge of hospital information systems Assists in maintaining supply inventory Assists in departmental Performance Improvement assessments and initiatives Serves as a technical resource to the full procedural team in support of the physician Communicates appropriately with good interpersonal skills Acts as a team member during procedures to assure a safe and efficient patient care on a daily basis. Demonstrates compliance with Christiana Care and departmental policies and procedures Completed mandatory education as required Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices. Reports to management, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, and hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients, and visitors. Acts as a patient advocate during the procedure Performs duties of a scrub assistant during a procedure, including; controlling and manipulating guide wires and balloon catheters, and maintaining a sterile field. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Graduate of approved school of radiologic technology
• A.R.R.T. registered
• Board Certified A.R.R.T
• BCLS
• Current A.R.R.T registration
• Current RTR Licensure with State of Delaware
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge and ability to assess safe radiation practices for patients, employees, and physicians.
• Knowledge of departmental and unit specific standards, procedures, protocols, and policies.
• Ability to perform technical skills as outlined in procedures and protocols, demonstrating use of appropriate safety measures for patients, employees, and self.
• Ability to use applicable equipment according to procedures.
• Ability to work with computers, information systems, and learn new techniques.
• Ability to instruct and teach co-workers and physicians on new techniques, protocols/procedures, equipment.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with patients and members of the health care team.
• Ability to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, handling, reaching, twisting, walking, standing, and sitting.
• Ability to lift/pull 50-100lbs.
• Frequent standing for extended periods while wearing heavy protective clothing.
• Assisting with patient transporting via stretcher.

Nice To Haves

• Interventional radiology procedural lab experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Positions technical support for muscoskeletal procedures to include: discogram, aspirations, therapeutic injections, vertebroplasty, lumbar drains, and other related neuro interventional procedures.
• Responsible for technical support for vascular interventional radiology procedures
• Ensures proper safety standards are met for compliance with departmental policies, radiation safety standards, and joint commission regulations.
• Operates required imaging equipment using established guidelines and imaging protocols.
• Instructs students and residents and performs preceptor duties when necessary.
• Performs quality assurance checks on equipment.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of hospital information systems
• Assists in maintaining supply inventory
• Assists in departmental Performance Improvement assessments and initiatives
• Serves as a technical resource to the full procedural team in support of the physician
• Communicates appropriately with good interpersonal skills
• Acts as a team member during procedures to assure a safe and efficient patient care on a daily basis.
• Demonstrates compliance with Christiana Care and departmental policies and procedures
• Completed mandatory education as required
• Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices.
• Reports to management, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, and hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients, and visitors.
• Acts as a patient advocate during the procedure
• Performs duties of a scrub assistant during a procedure, including; controlling and manipulating guide wires and balloon catheters, and maintaining a sterile field.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

• ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program.
• To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/

What This Job Offers

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