Special Procedures and Cath Lab Technologist - Cath Lab - Anderson Hospital

Mercy Health • Cincinnati, 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 laws, regulations, and facility policy. The position also performs diagnostic vascular laboratory examinations using ultrasound and physiologic testing equipment to assess cerebrovascular and peripheral arterial and venous systems.

The technologist prepares patients for procedures, reviews relevant information and documents preliminary reports and critical findings in the electronic medical record, and contacts referring physicians when an exam order may be incorrect. The role requires adherence to exam protocols, safety and infection-control standards, confidentiality requirements, and the organization’s mission, values, and compliance policies. The position serves adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and may involve exposure to potentially infectious materials, interruptions, verbal abuse, physical altercations, or the use of physical restraints. Benefits may vary by market and employment status.

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.
• Ability to perform non-invasive vascular exams at the required level of proficiency.
• Knowledge of vascular anatomy, exam procedures, interpretation criteria, and correlation of vascular lab results with other hospital procedures.
• The role serves adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations.
• Ability to exercise universal precautions and use personal protective equipment and devices.
• Physical requirements include manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination, maneuvering the weight of patients, hearing alarms/telephone/audio recorder, reaching above shoulder, repetitive arm and hand movements, finger dexterity, color vision, and far and near visual acuity.
• The posted physical demands include lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling, stooping, kneeling, crawling, climbing, balancing, bending, sitting, walking, and standing; frequencies are indicated in the posting’s physical requirements table.
• The posting lists exposure hazards including potential electrical shock, X-ray/electromagnetic energy, high-pitched noises, and radiation.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Assist a Licensed Practitioner with fluoroscopic, specialized interventional, and neuro-interventional procedures while using sterile technique.
• Prepare, administer, and document activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with applicable 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 exam protocols unless a deviation is 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 for clarification if 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.
• Demonstrate proficiency in non-invasive vascular exams and knowledge of vascular anatomy, exam procedures, interpretation criteria, and correlation of vascular lab results with other hospital procedures.
• Follow the organization’s mission and values, corporate responsibility requirements, applicable laws and regulations, and reporting procedures for suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts.
• Follow safety and infection-control standards and protect patient confidentiality.
• Use universal precautions and personal protective equipment and learn and follow infection-control policies.
• Perform other job-related duties as required by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

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