The technologist assists in providing safe, age-appropriate care by performing exams according to department procedures and ensuring quality diagnostic studies. They are responsible for setting up equipment, positioning patients, and maintaining departmental records.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in Interventional Special Procedures and be a graduate of an AMA approved School of Radiology Technology. Required certifications include ARRT and BLS, with ACLS preferred.
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Day (United States of America) Job Summary: Functions under the direction of the Chief Technologist and Vascular Institute Manager. The interventional special procedures technologist assists with providing safe, age appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures. The technologist has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study. He/she is responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of the equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases. The technologist is able to independently perform job functions. He/she sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure. Able to perform procedures in both the IR, Vascular Hybrid and Neuro-interventional setting. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Clinical Skills
Completion of VI competencies
Able to use critical thinking skills
Work in conjunction with radiologists/ vascular surgeons/ cardiologists
Preps the patient for procedure
Demonstrates and understands sterile technique
Prepares necessary supplies and equipment for procedure
Enters appropriate charges for supplies and procedure(SIM CODES) Job Responsibilities
Must be flexible with hours to meet departmental needs
Able to work scheduled and On-Call
Knows existing lines of communication and authority
Provides privacy and comfort for patient/customers
Assists with maintenance of departmental records, Joint Commission standards, State and Federal Regulations and performance Improvement
Completes necessary paperwork
Answers departmental phone using proper scripting
Maintains stock levels and outdates
Maintain current License and BLS certifications
Assist in in service/training for other medical imaging staff as appropriate
Works as a team with other VI staff to obtain the best possible outcome
Performs any other duties as needed when asks by leadership Quality and Patient Safety
Verifies patient ID using 2 patient identifiers, ie. Armband, DOB, verbal identification
Verifies front of patient chart for same/similar name sticker
Verifies Written Order and Consent, seeks clarification if order or consent unclear
Uses and understands preprocedural verification/ time out form
Understands and complies with site/ side marking when indicated Patient Education
Responsible for patient, family/support system education
Provide post procedural home care instructions as needed Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education: Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiology Technology. Required Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. ARRT Cardio Vascular Interven or ARRT Radiography or ARRT Vascular Intervention Rad or Registered CVI Specialist Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor Advanced Cardiac Life Support-Preferred or ACLS - Instructor-Preferred or ACLS - Provisional-Preferred Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 3 years experience in Interventional Special Procedures either in IR, cardiac or vascular hybrid setting. Required Required Minimum Skills: Able to function independently during procedures after appropriate orientation/competency on unit and as demonstrated by being place on call rotation. Competency in all aspects of interventional/vascular procedures, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection. Required special/advanced procedure registry as outlined above. Must have an understanding of anatomy and pathology as well as how they affect the quality of a procedure. The individual must be able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and display a positive attitude. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
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