Tech/Xray Tech Cath Lab Full Time Days
Cath Lab Tech Prepares the suite in a timely manner by ensuring the cleanliness of the suite, fresh linens, setting up sterile procedure trays with proper equipment for the designated exam.
Ensures equipment is working properly.
Enables the patient to be moved safely onto the procedure table and prepares the patient's procedure site according to proper aseptic or sterile technique, making sure the site is clear of obstruction that hinders radiologic imaging.
Assists Cardiologists with diagnostic heart catheterization, and peripheral vascular intervention procedures in the role of sterile scrub assistant who anticipates the needs of the physician to complete the exam.
Achieves and maintains hemostasis of a brachial or femoral artery or vein puncture site post-procedure.
Reports the presence of a stable hematoma to the physician and monitoring nurse.
Recognizes and immediately reports the need for assistance from the physician in case of an abnormal hemostasis emergency.
Operates angiographic equipment and modifies its parameters as necessary to properly visualize, record, and guide Cardiologist's placement of needles, wires, catheters, balloons, stents.
Operates physiologic/hemodynamic monitoring computers during cardiac catheterization.
Records and announces intra-cardiac pressures and cardiac rhythms to physicians during the procedure.
Administers contrast media via IV cannula, arterial access catheter, venous access catheter or drainage catheter per Cardiologist's order and monitors patient response to contrast.
Risk Management Standards - Assures patient safety and minimizes risk liability.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital policies/procedures.
Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or employee/patient/visitor injury-accident to manager.
Appropriately completes variance reporting.
Actively participates in departmental quality improvement.
Documentation Assures complete and appropriate documentation of patient care.
Ensures accurate and timely performance of billing functions.
Correctly identifies the images from the procedure to be permanently stored on digital media from which the physicians will, afterward, be able to adequately dictate the scope of the procedures including the method of performance, the supplies used, the importance of the images taken, the size and nature of any temporary or permanently placed devices, and the result of diagnostic or interventional procedures.
Will select and permanently store these images on the appropriate recording device for medical records and copies of the records will be sent to the physician offices.
Assists with maintaining the appropriate amount and scope of supplies needed to carry out the daily operations of the Lab by reporting needs and shortages to appropriate personnel, or filling out and submitting order forms to Materials Management.
CERTIFICATE/LICENSE:
Current Active Iowa RT(R) LicensureEDUCATION:
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)BCLS, ACLS
Experience:
Two years prior experience with general vascular and/or coronary angiography preferred.
Xray techDUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO Demonstrates the ability to perform high quality radiographic procedures Operating all radiographic equipment as trained, in a safe manner, and demonstrating competency and care of such equipment Follow radiation protection standards for patients, self and others Assists with front office/clerical duties when necessary Participates in identification of quality and safety concerns Assists with duties associated with the daily operations of Imaging Services EDUCATION Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.
EXPERIENCEARRT registered or registry eligible with experience in general radiography.
Possess good written and verbal communication skills.
Has the ability to work independently, complete tasks, and flexibility to adjust to high volume workloads.
Ability to perform basic computer functions.
Interacts positively with patients, physicians, and staff.
Demonstrates ethical and professional conduct.
CERTIFICATE/LICENSE ARRT registered or registry eligible with a current Iowa Permit to Practice.
BCLS required.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
41 CFR 60-1.
35(c) Recommended Skills Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (Acls) American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists (Arrt) Certified Angiography Asepsis Billing Communication Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Ensures equipment is working properly.
Enables the patient to be moved safely onto the procedure table and prepares the patient's procedure site according to proper aseptic or sterile technique, making sure the site is clear of obstruction that hinders radiologic imaging.
Assists Cardiologists with diagnostic heart catheterization, and peripheral vascular intervention procedures in the role of sterile scrub assistant who anticipates the needs of the physician to complete the exam.
Achieves and maintains hemostasis of a brachial or femoral artery or vein puncture site post-procedure.
Reports the presence of a stable hematoma to the physician and monitoring nurse.
Recognizes and immediately reports the need for assistance from the physician in case of an abnormal hemostasis emergency.
Operates angiographic equipment and modifies its parameters as necessary to properly visualize, record, and guide Cardiologist's placement of needles, wires, catheters, balloons, stents.
Operates physiologic/hemodynamic monitoring computers during cardiac catheterization.
Records and announces intra-cardiac pressures and cardiac rhythms to physicians during the procedure.
Administers contrast media via IV cannula, arterial access catheter, venous access catheter or drainage catheter per Cardiologist's order and monitors patient response to contrast.
Risk Management Standards - Assures patient safety and minimizes risk liability.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital policies/procedures.
Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or employee/patient/visitor injury-accident to manager.
Appropriately completes variance reporting.
Actively participates in departmental quality improvement.
Documentation Assures complete and appropriate documentation of patient care.
Ensures accurate and timely performance of billing functions.
Correctly identifies the images from the procedure to be permanently stored on digital media from which the physicians will, afterward, be able to adequately dictate the scope of the procedures including the method of performance, the supplies used, the importance of the images taken, the size and nature of any temporary or permanently placed devices, and the result of diagnostic or interventional procedures.
Will select and permanently store these images on the appropriate recording device for medical records and copies of the records will be sent to the physician offices.
Assists with maintaining the appropriate amount and scope of supplies needed to carry out the daily operations of the Lab by reporting needs and shortages to appropriate personnel, or filling out and submitting order forms to Materials Management.
CERTIFICATE/LICENSE:
Current Active Iowa RT(R) LicensureEDUCATION:
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)BCLS, ACLS
Experience:
Two years prior experience with general vascular and/or coronary angiography preferred.
Xray techDUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO Demonstrates the ability to perform high quality radiographic procedures Operating all radiographic equipment as trained, in a safe manner, and demonstrating competency and care of such equipment Follow radiation protection standards for patients, self and others Assists with front office/clerical duties when necessary Participates in identification of quality and safety concerns Assists with duties associated with the daily operations of Imaging Services EDUCATION Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.
EXPERIENCEARRT registered or registry eligible with experience in general radiography.
Possess good written and verbal communication skills.
Has the ability to work independently, complete tasks, and flexibility to adjust to high volume workloads.
Ability to perform basic computer functions.
Interacts positively with patients, physicians, and staff.
Demonstrates ethical and professional conduct.
CERTIFICATE/LICENSE ARRT registered or registry eligible with a current Iowa Permit to Practice.
BCLS required.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
41 CFR 60-1.
35(c) Recommended Skills Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (Acls) American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists (Arrt) Certified Angiography Asepsis Billing Communication Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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