Special Procedures Tech I

Saint Elizabeth Medical Center•Florence, KY

22h

About The Position

Professionally trained individual who produces high quality radiographs for all interventional studies, assists with sterile setup, and maintains sterile technique throughout procedures. Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved accredited program of Radiologic Technology.
Current CPR certification
ARRT(R) registered or eligible (see below for individual state requirements)
State Licensure: Kentucky KBMIRT Radiation Operator's License - Radiography (Temporary or Permanent)
Associate has 12 months from the issuance of a Temporary KBMIRT Radiation Operator’s License – Radiography to obtain ARRT(R).
Indiana Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) License – (Radiologic Technologist or Radiology Student Permit)
Associate has 6 months from the issuance of a Radiology Student Permit to obtain ARRT(R).
Excellent understanding of radiation protection and sterile technique.

Responsibilities

Operates all equipment in an effective, safe and efficient manner.
Minimizes radiation exposure.
Assists physicians with invasive radiographic procedures.
Handles and assists in sterile procedure and supplies.
Must prep and monitor patients during the procedure.
Records QA assignments.
Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
Performs routine maintenance in cleaning all equipment.
Complies with house-wide BSI precautions and follows recommendations.
Follow the safety steps required to perform their duties and be in compliance with medical, state and federal safety standards.
They must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriately.
Must be proficient in all aspects of ordered IR procedure.
This service provides diagnostic images for interpretation by the Radiologist.
Demonstrate knowledge and ability to set-up and assist in venous access procedures.
Review patient history for patient’s condition.
Take precautions to check for possible adverse reactions.
Demonstrates knowledge and ability of inventory status and control.
Rotates stock, maintains and adequate quantity.
Obtains and records all patient data as required by the medical center, state, JCAHO or other agencies.
Ensure proper charging of all procedures, coding, and modifiers are correct.
Performs other duties as assigned.