Radiologic Technologist - Cardiac Cath Lab

The Radiologic Technologist - Special Procedures works in the cardio-endovascular catheterization laboratory performing a number of special duties including, but not limited to; operating all of the radiographic fluoroscopic equipment while performing general diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.  Works with and provides assistance to all physicians, radiologic technologists, cardiovascular technologists, and nurses, to maintain a customer friendly environment in the laboratory. Participates and shares with call rotation, while adhering to variable shift scheduling.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Performed majority of the time:

·       Performs calculations and measurements using data obtained from heart catheterizations including CO, pressure measurements and valve calculations.

·       Assists physician by scrubbing during procedures, maneuvering catheters and wires, and injecting contrast into blood vessels.

·       Routinely participates in daily, weekly, and monthly QI/QC of the “point of care” machines and defibrillators.

·       Participates in maintaining, restocking and inventorying the department supplies and reports any sub-par levels to the appropriate person.

·       Maintains and handles sterile equipment under principles of aseptic technique.

·       Sets up, programs, and runs the IVUS machine, under the direction of a physician.

·       Assists with the IABP set up and insertion, under the direction of a physician.

·       Provides basic administrative reports from the database.

·       Maintains, archives, retrieves, locates, and copies present and prior studies done in the laboratory.

·       Troubleshoots routine radiologic and computer system problems and reports as necessary.

·       Provides care appropriate to the age of patients served pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients based on principles of growth and development and life stages.

·       Utilizes feedback from customers to help make decisions regarding services and departmental activity.

·       Recognizes and reports normals and abnormals in patient physiology and hemodynamic parameters.

·       Assures a quality product, by reviewing and correcting any documentation related to patient care during a procedure, charge submission and statistical counts.

·       Looks for ways to role model and improve customer service.

Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job:

·       Utilizes down time to complete tasks that help maintain and assure departmental operations.

Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide):

·       Impact limited to the employee.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education:

Required

·       A copy of your highest science-related academic diploma or transcript.

Preferred

·       N/A

Experience:

Required

·       At least one (1) year experience in digital and cine imaging and archiving.

Preferred

·        At least one (1) year experience in diagnostic and interventional procedures in a cardiac and/or general catheterization laboratory.

Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations:

Required

·       Oregon State Board of Radiologic Technology.

·       Registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

·       American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS preferred upon hire, and required within 90 days of hire.

o   If not American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certified upon hire, must have current BLS certification through another provider. 

·       ACLS required within six (6) months of hire date.

Preferred

·       N/A

Job Related Skills, Abilities and Behaviors:

Required

·       Excellent customer service skills.

·       Uses effective written and interpersonal communication skills.

·       Behavior and appearance support a professional image.

·       Demonstrates skills in caring for the adult and geriatric patient.

·       Demonstrates computer application skills.

·       Maintain Technical Systems (Xcelera, XIM, FD-10, FD 20 as examples) and act as first line for troubleshooting.

·       Willingness to develop understanding of billing and coding procedures for cath lab procedures.

·       Adhere to the policy and standards of the department.

·       Required rolls for this position are:

1. X-Ray Proficiency

2. Monitoring Proficiency

3. Scrubbing Proficiency 

4. Case Circulator Proficiency

·       Adheres to the policies governing and the monthly schedule directing “on call” coverage of the unit.

·       Complies with all radiation safety policies and practices.

·       Follows departmental policy and practice for adding or deleting cases from the schedule.

·       Follows organizational and departmental policies for computer systems, to correctly order, retrieve, complete, and charge for procedures and maintain integrity of databases.

·       Utilizes problem-solving techniques to make decisions related to patient care and departmental activity.

·       Works as a part of a team to promote a positive department reputation.

·       Shares information with co-workers in a non-judgmental way that expands the knowledge and skills of each party.

Preferred

·       Bilingual skills a plus.