SPECIAL PROCEDURES TECHNOLOGIST - INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY

Independence Health System•Greensburg, PA

About The Position

Responsible for the daily operations of the Angio Department, providing first-line guidance to staff and monitoring exam quality control. Under the direction of a radiologist, performs angiographic procedures according to established protocols and procedures, and assists with developing new procedures and protocols. Uses computer systems to process radiographic studies and patient billing information. Demonstrates competence in patient assessment, treatment, and knowledge of growth and development appropriate to the age and disability of patients being treated. The role includes direct patient care and coaching and mentoring other department positions, but has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Incumbents may be scheduled according to operational needs, including rotating shifts, standby, and on-call work. Local travel between Independence Health locations may be expected.

Requirements

Completion of a JRCERT-accredited Radiologic Technology program recognized by ARRT.
At least 1 year of experience as a radiologic technologist.
Strong leadership ability, organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, and sound judgment.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through an American Heart Association-approved CPR and AED curriculum.
Act 34 clearance with renewal.
ARRT certification.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Provide first-line guidance to Angio Department staff and monitor exam quality control.
Perform angiographic procedures under the direction of a radiologist and according to prescribed protocols and procedures.
Assist in developing new procedures and protocols.
Process radiographic studies and patient billing information using computers.
Collect pertinent patient and procedure information; confirm patient identification and verify physician orders.
Explain procedures and provide understandable instructions to patients.
Administer contrast agents according to established guidelines and monitor patients for adverse reactions.
Maintain communication with patients during procedures.
Obtain optimum images, reformat images as needed, and send images to PACS for radiologist interpretation.
Assist the radiologist with interventional procedures.
Document patient care, exams, patient history, exceptions to guidelines, and other required information in appropriate records and systems, including HIS/RIS and PACS.
Scan appropriate documents into PACS and verify correct orders are entered into HIS/RIS.
Coordinate with other departments to ensure timely procedures, including coordinating STAT or ASAP orders with Centralized Scheduling, nursing units, and the ER.
Respond to emergency calls according to department procedures.
Maintain equipment and workstation in optimum condition and report equipment malfunctions to the service provider or supervisor.
Maintain adequate patient care and office supplies.
Implement established downtime procedures during HIS/RIS and PACS downtime.
Coach and mentor other positions in the department.
Perform other duties as assigned.