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

Mercy Health BSMH•Warren, OH

About The Position

The Special Procedures and Cath Lab Technologist assists the Licensed Practitioner in fluoroscopic, specialized interventional, and Neuro-Interventional procedures using sterile technique. The technologist prepares, administers, and documents activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and facility policy. The role also performs diagnostic vascular laboratory examinations using ultrasound and physiologic testing equipment to evaluate cerebrovascular and peripheral arterial and venous systems. The technologist prepares patients for procedures, reviews and documents information in the hospital electronic medical record, enters preliminary reports, and communicates with referring physicians when exam orders require clarification. The position requires adherence to exam protocols, safety and infection-control policies, patient confidentiality standards, and the organization’s mission, values, and compliance requirements. The role serves adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Working conditions may include interruptions, exposure to hazardous substances or bodily fluids, human blood and other potentially infectious materials, physical altercations, and verbal abuse. Physical restraints may be required. Universal precautions and personal protective equipment are required.

Requirements

Certification and registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association; must be obtained from an approved source before direct patient care.
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 exam results with other hospital procedures.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree from an ARRT-accredited institute.
One year of radiology experience with surgery experience in use of CR.
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training.
Picture archiving communication system (PACS) training.
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.

Responsibilities

Assist the Licensed Practitioner with fluoroscopic, specialized interventional, and Neuro-Interventional procedures using sterile technique.
Prepare, administer, and document activities related to medications 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 exam 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 the referring physician 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.
Demonstrate proficiency in non-invasive vascular examinations 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 standards, applicable laws and regulations, and report suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts.
Follow safety initiatives, infection-control policies, and patient confidentiality standards.
Use universal precautions and personal protective equipment and follow infection-control policies.

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.
Backup care for children and elders.
Tuition assistance.
Professional development and continuing education support.