Cath Lab Tech with IR experience preferred
Examples of IR procedures:
Endovascular
Diagnostic Peripheral Procedures/Venograms
o Aortagram, LE, UE, Visceral
o Carotid
o AV fistula
Interventional Peripheral Procedures/Venograms
o Aortagram, LE, UE, Visceral
o Carotid
o AV fistula
o Embolization
o IVC Filter
o Lytics
o Dialysis
o Quinton Cath
o TIPS
o PICC
o Biopsy
Non-Vascular Procedures
o Drain
o G/J Tube
o Kidney Tubes
o THC Billiary
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Performs and assists with all procedures within the with Cardiovascular Procedural Area (CVPA) by applying ionizing radiation, ensuring patient safety, image quality, and adherence to regulatory safety standards under the direction of Physicians.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assist in all aspects of invasive procedures, including scrubbing, circulating, monitoring and recording hemodynamic parameters in accordance with policies and procedures
· Assists in diagnostic and interventional procedures, operates radiologic and interventional equipment ensuring optimal image quality and patient safety.
· Acquire, process and transfer images to the PACS system
· Document all supplies, implants and other regulatory components pertaining to the exam.
2. Prepares, positions, transfers and assists patients during procedures to ensure safety, comfort, and optimal imaging outcomes.
5. Applies radiation safety principles, including shielding, exposure minimization, and proper use of protective equipment for patients and staff.
6. Assists in room/table/sterile-tray set-up and turnover
7. Coordinates workflow to support efficiency of patient care and procedure.
8. Assist Physician with administration of contrast media with arterial, venous and percutaneous procedures.
9. Participates in ongoing education and competencies to maintain required certifications and clinical skills as directed by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and Massachusetts Radiation Control Program.
10. Assists in maintaining inventory for department.
11. Responsible for daily checklists, equipment safety checks/inspections, preventative maintenance, and reporting of any equipment malfunctions.
12. Assist and scrub with Vascular Surgeons/Interventional Radiologists in the operating room as needed
13. Demonstrates proficiency in computerized informatics (information system).
14. Maintains and cleans interventional equipment.
15. Participates in departmental training and Quality/Process Improvement (QI, PI) initiatives.
16. Use of lead apron required
17. On-call required for off-shifts, weekends and holidays.
18. Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers.
19. Performs other work-related duties as assigned or requested.
Special Procedures Technologist I – Grade: S17R, Job Code: 8150
· Must read, write and communicate in English.
· High school graduate or GED.
· Graduate of a JRCERT accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
· ( ARRT ) - Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
· ( RLT ) - Currently licensed as a Radiologic Technologist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
· Must meet at least one of the following qualifications
a. Minimum of two (2) years post-technical school radiology work experience
b. Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Special Procedures Technologist
· Must meet at least one of the following qualifications:
a. Successful completion of on-the-job training within six (6) months of hire
b. Six (6) months' recent experience (within the past two (2) years) as a Special Procedures Technologist.
· CCHC Basic Arrhythmia Exam (successfully pass)
· (BLS) – Current Basic Life Support Certification
· (ACLS) – Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification
· (IABP) Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump