Per Diem Cardiovascular Interventional Radiologic Technologist
Per Diem Cardiovascular Interventional Radiologic Technologist
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Job Description
Job Summary:
The Cardiovascular Interventional Radiologic Technologist is responsible for performing cardiac and Interventional examinations as required by staff physicians.
Hours:
Per Diem
Hours are based on the procedure schedule
Essential Job Functions:
- Provides technologist services for Cardiac Cath Lab Interventional Radiology and vascular imaging.
- Works with the PACS system
- Maintains radiology supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies
- Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures rules and regulations
- Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions
- Prepares patient for radiological procedure by positioning patient; adjusting immobilization devices; moving equipment into specified position set up sterile field in conjunction with procedure
- Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques using beam restrictive devices patient shielding and knowledge of exposure factors.
- Protects patients and employees by adhering to infectioncontrol policies and protocols; following drug protocols in case of reactions to such as contrast media.
- Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Regular and prompt worksite attendance.
- Other duties as they are assigned.
Qualifications Knowledge & Ability:
- Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
- Active certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Certification in Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI) and/or Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) within three years of hire
- Previous experience working in a Cath Lab/IR Lab is a requirement
- Must possess a Wisconsin radiographer license
- Ability to relate and work effectively with others
- BLS certification is required upon hire
- Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards
- Willingness to participate in goalsetting and educational activities for own professional advancement
- Is aware of professional standards and performs in accordance with them
Employment Type
Grant
