Interventional Technologist

Description

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Summary:
Produces angiography studies under the clinical direction of a physician. Takes responsibility for film quality, patient care, safety, sterile technique and providing education for staff and students. Participates in other necessary activities in support of departmental operations.

Responsibilities:
1. Produces Angiography images and specialized studies to include, but not limited to:

-Obtains history and/or examination data and evaluates for contraindicating conditions;
-Reviews physician's report;
-Scrubs for procedures and sets up sterile fields;
-Administers contrasts by direct injection or IV line;
-Takes and monitors vital signs;
-Applies shielding, supportive and immobilization devices;
-Adjusts and controls equipment;
-Reviews film for clinically acceptable results;
-Recovers and releases patients;
-Prepares room by gathering and setting up equipment, supplies and contrasts.

2. Applies radiation safety guidelines and patient protection guidelines.
3. Provides emotional support, comfort, general assistance and information to patients.
4. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care based on the age of the patients served.
5. Operates and maintains angiography equipment, film processors, computers and other departmental equipment.

Other information:

1. Graduation from an accredited school or program of Radiology Technology.
2. RT(R): Current registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
3. Current BCLS certification.
4. Cardiology Interventional Registry is preferred.

Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals

Entity: Nash UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: NGH Angiography

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week: 8.00

Work Schedule: Variable

Location of Job: NASH HC

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Not Applicable