Special Procedures and Cath Lab Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging - St. Joseph Warren Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Saint Joseph, OH

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About The Position

The Special Procedures and Cath Lab Technologist assists a Licensed Practitioner with fluoroscopic, specialized interventional, and neuro-interventional procedures while using sterile technique. The technologist prepares, administers, and documents medications and radiation exposure in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and facility policies.

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 and documents patient information in the electronic medical record, enters preliminary reports, and records critical findings according to department policy. The position serves adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.

The technologist must follow exam protocols, safety and infection-control policies, patient-confidentiality requirements, and the organization’s standards and policies. This description is not exhaustive; other job-related duties may be assigned, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Certification and registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) is required.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required before direct patient care; it is preferred upon hire and must be obtained from an approved source.
• Must demonstrate ability to perform non-invasive vascular examinations at a proficient level.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of vascular anatomy, exam procedures, interpretation criteria, and correlation of vascular laboratory exam results with other hospital procedures.
• Must exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn infection-control policies.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
• Certification in Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiography, R.T.(R)(CV)(ARRT).
• Certification in Vascular-Interventional Radiology, R.T.(R)(VI)(ARRT).
• State licensure, unless required by the state where the job is performed.
• Associate degree from an ARRT-accredited institute.
• One year of radiology experience with surgery experience using CR.
• Training in EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Training in Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).

Responsibilities

• Assist a Licensed Practitioner in fluoroscopic, specialized interventional, and neuro-interventional procedures using sterile technique.
• Prepare, administer, and document medications and radiation exposure in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and facility policies.
• Perform diagnostic vascular laboratory examinations using ultrasound and physiologic testing equipment to evaluate cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial, and peripheral venous systems.
• Follow examination protocols, deviating when clinically necessary.
• Prepare patients for procedures by explaining the procedure and providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
• Contact the referring physician or other appropriate medical personnel to clarify an order before performing an examination when the order may be incorrect.
• Use the hospital electronic medical record to review patient information, enter preliminary reports, and document critical findings according to department policy.
• Complete assigned tasks within a time frame appropriate to the situation.
• 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.
• Follow safety initiatives, infection-control policies, patient-confidentiality requirements, and universal precautions; use personal protective equipment and devices.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies, and report suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts to a manager or the Corporate Responsibility line.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the Mission and Values of Bon Secours Mercy Health.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 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. Benefits may vary by market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree