Special Procedures and Cath Lab Technologist - PRN - Memorial Regional Medical Center - Mechanicsville, VA

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Mechanicsville, VA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Special Procedures and Cath Lab Technologist assists the Licensed Practitioner with fluoroscopic, specialized interventional, and neuro-interventional procedures using sterile techniques. The technologist prepares, administers, and documents 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, peripheral arterial, and peripheral venous systems.

The technologist prepares patients for procedures, explains them and provides instructions, reviews patient information and documents preliminary reports and critical findings in the electronic medical record. The position requires adherence to exam protocols, safety and infection-control policies, patient confidentiality, and Bon Secours Mercy Health’s Mission, Values, and corporate responsibility standards. Other job-related duties may be assigned by the supervisor, 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 through the American Heart Association is required and must be obtained from an approved source before direct patient care.
• Demonstrated 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 results with other hospital procedures.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support through 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 in use of CR.
• Training in EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Training in Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).

Responsibilities

• Assist the Licensed Practitioner with fluoroscopic, specialized interventional, and neuro-interventional procedures using sterile techniques.
• 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 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 when an exam order is suspected to 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 Bon Secours Mercy Health Mission and Values, corporate responsibility standards, applicable laws and regulations, safety initiatives, infection-control policies, and patient confidentiality requirements.
• Report suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts to the Manager or Corporate Responsibility line.
• 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

• Education Level: Associate degree