Special Procedures Radiology Tech

CommonSpirit Health•Los Angeles, CA

62d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs quality patient care in collaboration with the Physician and Registered Nurse during all cardiac and peripheral diagnostic and interventional procedures and electrophysiology studies. Under the general direction of the invasive cardiologist, assists in all duties related to catheterization lab procedures. Primarily responsible for radiographic equipment, radiographs, and related imaging and archiving. Participates as a surgical scrub tech as necessary. Monitors and processes hemodynamic data. Assists with the maintenance of equipment and inventory. Assesses procedure room for equipment functioning and readiness. Obtains supplies for individual cases. Performs duties in alignment with the mission and policies of the organization. Utilizes professional and hospital standards of care and standards of practice to guide care delivered to the patient. Maintains patient safety and confidentiality during the hospital stay. Performs duties in support of and in compliance with the PI plan, TJC, and other regulatory agencies. Provides professional patient care in accordance with the appropriate scope of practice. Embraces diversity.

Requirements

Three years experience in a Catheterization Laboratory to include radiation safety, proper imaging technique for coronary procedures,aseptic technique, scrub position
High School graduate or equivalent.
Satisfactory completion of formal radiology technology training in an AMA approved school and meets the requirements for registry by ARRT.
License is required as issued by the state of California, CRT and national, ARRT.
Must have fluoroscopy permit.
AHA BLS
ACLS within 6 months of employment

Responsibilities

Performs quality patient care during cardiac and peripheral diagnostic and interventional procedures and electrophysiology studies.
Assists in all duties related to catheterization lab procedures.
Responsible for radiographic equipment, radiographs, and related imaging and archiving.
Participates as a surgical scrub tech as necessary.
Monitors and processes hemodynamic data.
Assists with the maintenance of equipment and inventory.
Assesses procedure room for equipment functioning and readiness.
Obtains supplies for individual cases.
Maintains patient safety and confidentiality during the hospital stay.
Performs duties in support of and in compliance with the PI plan, TJC, and other regulatory agencies.