Radiologic Technologist-Cath Lab-EP

MyMichigan Health•Midland, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position sets up all radiographic equipment prior to performing angiographic procedures, processes and performs quality control checks on cine radiographic images, assists in preparing patient for procedures and assists other members of the cath lab/Interventional Radiology staff and physicians as needed to ensure timely and efficient use of the cardiac cath lab/special procedures.

Requirements

BLS: Basic Life Support
ARRT: Reg Radiologic Technologist
Knowledge of cardiac catheterization and interventional radiology procedures as normally acquired through 1-2 years experience in the cardiac catheterization laboratory and/or the interventional radiology setting required.
Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
This position must show knowledge, ability, and competence in treating patients who range in age from 18 years to 100+ years.

Responsibilities

Assists in prepping patients, sterile tray set up, post-cath care and procedures, and room clean up.
Manipulates equipment and sets appropriate techniques on radiographic generators to achieve optimal image quality.
Operates a variety of electronic equipment including cardiac output computers, oxygen saturation equipment, hemodynamic equipment, pacemakers, etc., and performs oxygen saturation studies and cardiac output measurements.
Scrubs in for procedures with the physician.
Utilizes various controls to move the radiographic table and C-arm equipment so as to include all areas of anatomical interest on the fluoroscopic monitors and finished images and assists physician on obtaining optimal projections.
Stocks supplies and maintains equipment, assists with cardiac arrest procedures and performs basic office procedures.
Utilizes radiographic generators, C-arm and digital systems to provide optimum quality angiographic images in special procedures.
Performs clerical functions as needed.
Provides for the age specific needs of the population served according to department standards and policies/procedures as evidenced by observation, documentation and peer feedback for the following: Adolescent 13 to 17 years Adult 18 to 64 years Later Adult 65 years and older.
MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.