The technologist performs diagnostic and interventional procedures in IR, Vascular Hybrid, and Neuro-interventional settings. Responsibilities include preparing patients, maintaining sterile techniques, and managing equipment for various medical treatments.
Requirements summary
Requires a High School Diploma and a degree in Radiologic Technology with certifications such as ARRT or RCIS. A minimum of 4 years of interventional neuro experience or a combination of cardiology and neuro experience is required.
high schoolprofessional certificatePatient EducationCritical ThinkingClinical CompetencyPatient PositioningSterile TechniqueInterventional RadiologyRadiation ProtectionCPT CodingNeuro-interventional ProceduresBLS/ACLSVascular Hybrid ProceduresAnatomy and Pathology
Job description
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 Clinical Coordinator, Chief Tech, or Dept. 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 safely perform diagnostic and interventional procedures. 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. The interventional tech 4 functions independently in the Interventional Radiology (IR), Vascular Hybrid, and Neuro-interventional setting and participate in the interventional call rotation. 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/neurosurgeons
Preps the patient for procedure
Demonstrates and understands sterile technique
Prepares necessary supplies and equipment for procedure
Enters appropriate charges for supplies and procedure CPT Codes Job Responsibilities
Must be flexible with hours to meet departmental needs
Able to work scheduled and On-Call hours
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/ACLS certifications
Assist in in-service/training for other medical staff as appropriate
Works as a team with other VI staff to obtain the best possible outcome.
Performs any other duties as needed when asked by leadership Quality and Patient Safety
Verifies patient ID using 2 patient identifiers, i.e. Armband, DOB, verbal identification
Verifies Written Order and Consent, seeks clarification if order or consent unclear.
Uses and understands preprocedural verification/ time out completion
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: High School Diploma General or GED General or Accredited Program Radiologic Technology Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor ARRT-CV - ARRT Cardio Vascular Interven or ARRT-R - ARRT Radiography or ARRT-VI - ARRT Vascular Intervention Rad or RCIS - Registered CVI Specialist or RCES - Reg Cardiac Electrophysi Spec Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Additional certification in Cardiovascular or Vascular Intervention Upon Hire Preferred Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 4 years minimum interventional neuro experience Required or Minimum 2 years cardiology with 2 year of combined neuro experience. Required Required Minimum Skills: Competency in all aspects of IR, Vascular, and Neuro Interventional procedures, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection. High Required special/advanced procedure registry as outline above. High Must understand anatomy and pathology as well as how they affect the quality of a procedure. High The individual must be able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and display a positive attitude. High Must be able to function independently in the IR, Vascular, and Neuro interventional setting and function independently in an on-call rotation. High 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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