Special Procedures Technologist, Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem, Day Shift

Adventist Health • Montebello, CA

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Centered in the heart of Montebello, Adventist Health White Memorial Montebello
has a 70-year history of providing quality healthcare to the community. We are
comprised of a 192-bed hospital, wound care medical office and surgical and
laboratory services. The greater Los Angeles area is known for its art, rich
culture, numerous sports teams and world-renowned dining. There is something for
everyone in this culturally diverse community.

Job Summary:

Performs, assists, and completes Cardiac and Vascular Radiographic examinations.
Performs active radiographic interventional procedures in the cardiovascular lab
using a variety of complicated and sophisticated equipment. Operates equipment
to produce digital images of designated body portions, as ordered by physicians.
Positions and instructs patients for examinations and performs specialized
studies. Provides clinical care efficiently and effectively using a high level
of technical and organizational skills as well as critical thinking ability.
Models/mentors and trains staff on technical skills. Provide input into hiring
and promotion decisions for staff.

Requirements

• Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS) certification: Required
• Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): Required
• Fluoroscopy (FLUORO): Required
• Techniques for Effective Aggression Management (TEAM) or Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI): Required

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in radiologic technology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor’s): Preferred
• Three years' technical experience: Preferred
• Experience as Special Procedures Technologist: Preferred
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification: Preferred

Responsibilities

• Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular system (Angio cardiograms), during cardiac catheterization, to aid physician in diagnostic evaluation and treatment: positions and immobilizes patient on examining table, using head and shoulder braces and following specified protocols.
• Assists physicians with specialized procedures, including special exams. Enters technical factors determined by protocol such as amount and quality of radiation beam, and specified filming sequence, into computer. Raises and lowers examining table and manipulates and positions x-ray tube in response to instructions from physician. Starts automatic injection of contrast medium into blood vessels of patient. Activates fluoroscope and motion picture camera (cinefluorography) to produce images that assist physician in guiding catheter through cardiovascular system of patient.
• Provides patients with procedure explanations in preparation for exams and provides clear discharge instructions. Observes gauges, recorder, and video screens of multichannel data analysis system that indicates blood pressure, cardiac output, and respiration, during imaging of cardiovascular system. Alerts physician to changes in patient responses.
• Monitors and controls environmental factors, like temperature, humidity and electrical safety. Assists physician in interventional procedures, such as instilling enzymes or inserting balloon in blood vessels to remove plaque or other blockage.
• Maintains accurate and updated documentation, adhering with program standards.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees