Special Procedures Tech CMC

American Addiction Centers

1d•$38 - $57•Onsite

About The Position

Come join our Interventional Radiology team and care for all inpatients, outpatients, critical care and ER patients. This position is responsible for operating sophisticated and highly technical radiographic equipment and auxiliary equipment to obtain the highest quality of images for Interventional Radiology. The role involves positioning and immobilization of patients, independent selection of technical factors for high-quality images with minimal radiation dose, and assisting in complex interventional procedures. The tech will also prepare patients in a sterile fashion, maintain equipment, explain procedures to patients and families, and ensure the timely flow of patients. Additionally, the role involves developing leadership skills and professionalism through committee participation and continuing education.

Requirements

Must have attended an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology and be ARRT registered.
Ability to perform most interventional radiology procedures usually performed in specials lab with close supervision of the radiologist.
Demonstrates ability to use various types of radiographic equipment to obtain images of optimal quality.
Demonstrates good team work and cooperation with external/internal customers.
Good communication skills.
ARRT registered.
Ability to deal with extremely ill patients.
Ability to communicate with patients.
Ability to make independent professional decisions using good judgement skills.
Ability to practice high quality patient care and technical competence.
Ability to function with minimal assistance in performing job activities.
Ability to demonstrate oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work well in a team environment with physicians and nurses.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Nice To Haves

This position will to recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients and treat all customers with age specific appropriateness.

Responsibilities

Positioning and immobilization of patient to ensure anatomy or blood vessels being examined are in the correct profile and projection.
Independent selection of technical factors to ensure high quality images with the lowest possible dose to the patient.
Positions patient in proper positions to radiographically demonstrate correct anatomy.
Obtains radiographic DSA and DA images for interventional procedures and transmit all images to PACS for interpretation by the radiologist.
Sets up patient on appropriate cardiac and other monitoring systems. Ability to interpret normal ranges on monitoring equipment.
Participates in and assists in the performance of complex interventional endovascular neurological procedures. Such as aneurysm coiling, stent placement, and other stroke intervention procedures. Procedure requiring a high level of understanding of complex neurovascular anatomy.
Participates in and assists in complex interventional procedures such as de-clotting of blood vessels, UFE, Venous ablations other peripheral vascular procedures. These procedures require advanced knowledge of vascular anatomy.
Performs procedures with Interventional Radiologists, vascular surgeons, neuro radiologists, neurosurgeons, and other specialists.
Prepares patient in a sterile fashion for procedures.
Maintenance of radiographic equipment and preparation of examination rooms and supplies in order to provide appropriate room utilization and efficiency.
Prepares examination rooms for smooth performance of procedures, including equipment and supplies.
Assist the radiologist as needed during the performance of angiograms and special procedures. Includes the insertion of arterial needles and catheters.
Prepares patient for the exam in a sterile fashions. This includes sterile prep and drape of the patient, preparation of injectable contrast and solutions.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment by performing minor daily housekeeping tasks contributing to the overall cleanliness of work area.
Uses Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures. Protect self against bodily fluid contact.
Explains examination to patients and families. Rounds on patient and family to ensure they kept informed of produre progress.
Maintenance of the timely flow of patients in and out of Interventional Radiology lab by assisting with patient care and transportation of patient to and from care areas as required.
Provides information to the radiologist about patient history, previous examinations, contraindications and other related data to help achieve consistant quality of care and reduce or eliminate potential medical management problems.
Accepts emergency calls, and accompanying restraints and increased responsibilities. Must respond to emergency calls within 45 minutes of receiving call.
Maintains inventory supplies to ensure adequate levels when necessary.
Records all pertinent patient information for accurate procedure charging.
Delivery of patient care and in accordance with departmental standards of Continued quality improvement.
Demonstrates excellent communication skills by answering questions form all customers.
Maintains positive customer relations following prescribed department policies.
Utilize appropriate phone etiquette.
Must promote patient safety by reporting issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives.
Participates in team problem-solving issues that would improve patient care, department operations, image quality, inter departmental relationships and employee satisfaction.
Is self-directed in securing supplies and equipment for the department.
Development of leadership skills and professionalism for self through participation in department and/or hospital-based committees and continuing education programs.
Attends to personal work schedule in a consistent and professional manner.
Demonstrates self-direction by identifying learning needs and establishing self-development activities.
Completes all development goals and department inservices and competencies, within timeframe.
Attends and participates in department meetings.
Works independently while maintaining adaptability and flexibility for change.
Identifies problems and takes steps towards resolution.
Assumes a leadership role in providing instruction and direction to students participating in the clinical program and helps evaluate performance.
Provides instruction and direction to technologists in the performance of specific related duties.
Operates all special procedure equipment correctly and according to safety standards. This includes x-ray generators, power injectors and computerized radiographic equipment and patient monitors.
Understands and develops skills necessary to assist radiologists with intervention devices such as angioplasty catheters, pressure inflators, steerable guidewires, nephrotomy catheters, urinary stents, biliary drainage catheters, biliary stents, infusion catheters, embolization catheters with related solutions, neuro interventional catheters and equipment.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program