Radiology Technologist I or II - Special Procedures

Medical University of South Carolina

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs special neuro/vascular/interventional radiographic procedures with a strong knowledge of anatomical positioning and vascular anatomy and physiology. Technical competence and the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity with a minimum of supervision. Apply ionizing radiation for special Radiologic and interventional procedures on neonate to geriatric population. Appropriately position patient for the procedure and prep access site according to standard practice. Participate in time-out utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment. Perform patient safety checklist prior to the case. Demonstrate knowledge of organizational policies and procedures. Identify changes in patient condition and notify appropriate resources. Appropriately adjust workflow as indicated by case needs. Perform patient care procedures that require additional skill and training with competency such anticipate the needs of the physicians having supplies and necessary equipment available without leaving procedure suite. Educate the patient of procedure expectations before, during, and after the procedure. Instruct the patient of post-procedural limitations and restrictions. Provide transportation of the patient to and from the procedural room. Participate in shared decision making and problem solving to promote effective collaboration with interdisciplinary partners. Support change and offer suggestions that are cognizant of the departmental budget. Participate with Performance Improvement/research activities designed to improve patient care, and/or organizational processes. Provide recommendations to improve patient care and contribute to overall unit functions.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association is required.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Nice To Haves

Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)
Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent)
Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)
Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent)
Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous)
Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent)
Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent)
Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent)
Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)
Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent)
Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent)
Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent)
Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous)
Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous)
Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent)
Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent)
Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous)
Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous)

Responsibilities

Performs special neuro/vascular/interventional radiographic procedures with a strong knowledge of anatomical positioning and vascular anatomy and physiology.
Apply ionizing radiation for special Radiologic and interventional procedures on neonate to geriatric population.
Appropriately position patient for the procedure and prep access site according to standard practice.
Participate in time-out utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment.
Perform patient safety checklist prior to the case.
Demonstrate knowledge of organizational policies and procedures.
Identify changes in patient condition and notify appropriate resources.
Appropriately adjust workflow as indicated by case needs.
Perform patient care procedures that require additional skill and training with competency such anticipate the needs of the physicians having supplies and necessary equipment available without leaving procedure suite.
Educate the patient of procedure expectations before, during, and after the procedure.
Instruct the patient of post-procedural limitations and restrictions.
Provide transportation of the patient to and from the procedural room.
Participate in shared decision making and problem solving to promote effective collaboration with interdisciplinary partners.
Support change and offer suggestions that are cognizant of the departmental budget.
Participate with Performance Improvement/research activities designed to improve patient care, and/or organizational processes.
Provide recommendations to improve patient care and contribute to overall unit functions.