Rad Tech - Special Procedures -- Anderson Hospital

Mercy Health • Cincinnati, OH

3d

About The Position

The Special Procedures and Cath Lab Technologist assists the Licensed Practitioner in completing fluoroscopic, specialized interventional, and Neuro-Interventional procedures using sterile technique. The technologist prepares, administers, and documents medication-related activities and radiation exposure in accordance with applicable 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 preliminary reporting and critical findings in the hospital electronic medical record, and contacts referring physicians or other appropriate personnel to clarify potentially incorrect exam orders. The position requires compliance with exam protocols, patient safety and infection-control standards, confidentiality requirements, and organizational policies and values. The technologist must demonstrate proficiency in non-invasive vascular exams and knowledge of vascular anatomy, procedures, interpretation criteria, and correlation of vascular laboratory results with other hospital procedures.

The position serves adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Working conditions may include exposure to physical altercations, verbal abuse, hazardous substances or body fluids, human blood and other potentially infectious materials, use of physical restraints, and periods of constant interruptions. Universal precautions and personal protective equipment are required. Scheduled hours are 40 per week on the day shift.

Requirements

• Certification and registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) is required.
• BLS Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association is required before direct patient care and must be obtained from an approved source.
• Ability to perform non-invasive vascular exams at the level of proficiency.
• Knowledge of vascular anatomy, exam procedures, interpretation criteria, and correlation of vascular lab results with other hospital procedures.

Nice To Haves

• BLS certification preferred upon hire, though required before direct patient care.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification from the American Heart Association preferred.
• Certification in Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiography R.T.(R)(CV)(ARRT) preferred.
• Vascular-Interventional Radiology R.T.(R)(VI)(ARRT) certification preferred.
• State licensure preferred unless required by the state where the job is performed.
• Associate's degree from an ARRT-accredited institute preferred.
• One year of radiology experience with surgery experience using CR preferred.
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training preferred.
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Licensed Practitioner with fluoroscopic, specialized interventional, and Neuro-Interventional procedures using sterile technique.
• Prepare, administer, and document medication-related activities and radiation exposure in accordance with 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 examination protocols unless a clinically necessary deviation is warranted.
• Prepare patients for procedures by explaining the procedure and providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
• Contact referring physicians or other appropriate medical personnel for clarification when an exam order may be 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 the organization's Mission and Values, corporate responsibility standards, applicable laws and regulations, and report suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts.
• Follow safety initiatives, infection-control policies, patient confidentiality standards, and universal precautions.
• Demonstrate proficiency in non-invasive vascular examinations and knowledge of vascular anatomy, exam procedures, interpretation criteria, and correlation of vascular laboratory results with other hospital procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 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