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The Angiography/Special Procedures Technologist will assist the Licensed Practitioner in the completion of fluoroscopic and specialized interventional and Neuro-Interventional procedures while using sterile technique. They prepare, administer and document activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations or facility policy.
Job Details
13 week travel contract
Shift: Day 4x10-Hour
Start ASAP or as soon as cleared
Essential Job Functions
Obtains and verifies patient's clinical history and appropriate lab work ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
Provides accurate explanations and instructions effectively to the patient and their care providers and addresses questions and concerns regarding the procedure.
Determines all procedural requirements are in place to achieve a quality procedure.
Assists Licensed Practitioner with fluoroscopic and specialized interventional and neuro-Interventional procedures.
Administers contrast with a power injector as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
Adheres to radiation safety rules and standards by applying principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
Selects and operates the imaging equipment and/or associated equipment to achieve desired results.
Verifies informed consent and completes pre, procedural and post procedure documentation.
Completes timeouts as required per policy.
Assesses patient risk for allergic reaction to contrast media prior to administration and can assist in the initial treatment of its adverse effects associated to its administration.
Uses PACS (picture archival communication system) and other facilities systems with proficiency. Is aware of downtime procedures.
Educates and monitors students and other health care providers
Receives, relays and documents verbal, written, and electronic orders in the patient’s medical record
Maintains inventory and notifies appropriate personnel when supplies are needed.
*This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support- American Heart Association (preferred)
Certification in Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiography R.T.(R)(CV)(ARRT) (preferred)
Vascular-Interventional Radiology R.T.(R)(VI)(ARRT) (preferred)
Education/Training
Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (Preferred)?
Picture archival communication system (PACS) (preferred)
Skills
De-escalation
physical interventions
debriefing
Motivational interviewing
Patient Centered care
Care planning
performing medical and safety screenings
working within an interdisciplinary team
medication reconciliation
Monitor patient conditions during treatment
Administer non-intravenous medications
Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
Record patient medical histories Attention to detail
Acceptance of authority
Critical thinking
Communication with family members
Teamwork
Conflict resolution
Active listening
Relationship building
**Please note that pay rates are subject to change based on Facility/Contractor need. Please contact us ASAP if you are interested in this position at the current pay rate.
