Interventional Radiology Technologist PRN

General Summary of Position

MedStar Health is looking for  an Interventional  Radiology Technologist  to  join our  team!

This is a highly skilled technical and professional position which  assists  with all invasive cardiovascular procedures and other specialized interventional procedures under the direction of the Interventional Radiologist, Cardiologist and Vascular Surgeon and  in accordance with  established protocols. The Vascular-Interventional Radiographer must be proficient in scrubbing procedures and the use of imaging,  processing,  and patient care-related equipment.

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Primary Duties :

Operates and documents all aspects of the Cath Lab including all procedures performed in the Cath Lab. Functions as a contributing member of the Interventional Radiology / Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory team, working in conjunction with Vascular surgeons, cardiologists, radiologists, registered nurses, and cardiovascular technologists. Provides the technical skills necessary to  assist  the physician in performing Interventional Radiology and Cardiac Catheterization procedures. Provides a safe environment for the patient during their Interventional Radiology and Cardiac Catheterization procedures. May function as a Scrub Assistant, ensuring maximum compliance to principles of aseptic / sterile technique by self and members of the team. Ensures adequate floor and room stock are available for imaging procedures.  Assists  in the recording, storing, retrieval and analyzing data obtained during the interventional cardiovascular procedures.  Assists  in monitoring patients. Including Hemodynamic data / ECG / Angiographic data. Recognition of changes of the above, documenting as necessary and reporting to physician and other team members in a time sensitive fashion.  Assists  with preparation of radiologic and other laboratory equipment to be used during the procedure while adhering to the principles of aseptic / sterile technique. Maintains and evaluates equipment, and troubleshoots equipment as needed. Responsible for the proper use and operation of all related interventional equipment. Properly positions patient for procedure and informs patient what to expect during the procedure as well as any instructions that the patient needs to follow. Participates in data collection and results reporting for ongoing quality improvement.

Maintains a clean, safe, prepared work environment. Prepares room for procedure. Cleans and sterilizes equipment and procedure table. Restocks and requests room supplies that have dwindled. Checks drug supplies and informs the  appropriate person  of what needs to be replenished.

Maintains current knowledge, certification, and licensure.  Identifies  learning needs in self and initiates actions to address these education needs. Attends continuing education programs to  maintain  certification.  Attends  hospital sponsored training programs as required by the department Completes all mandatory requirements, certifications, and licensure within allotted  time  for completion .

Works effectively within and between departments. Participates on inter-departmental teams and committees, communicating unit knowledge as  appropriate Provides  department / unit with information and knowledge  acquired  during participation with interdepartmental teams and committees. Demonstrates a constructive approach during all interactions with staff, supervisors, and managers both inside and outside the unit.

Assures that the  appropriate sterile  instruments are available Assures that all personnel have a dosimeter badge Creates quarterly exposure reports for the Radiation Safety Committee. Maintains records of yearly lead surveys. Maintains records of daily crash cart checks Responsible for precepting the new Cardiovascular Lab technologist Assists in  establishing  and maintaining product PAR counts Assists in communication with company representatives and procedural physicians for equipment availability, case scheduling,  etc.  Attends system-wide meetings and brings information back to department staff as  appropriate .

Qualifications :

Vocational / Technical Diploma or  associate  degree in Radiology.

5-7 years' Cath Lab experience preferred.

ARRT license as Registered Radiation Technologist in Maryland.

CPR (Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation) within 90 Days.

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support).

This position has a hiring range of $38.48 - $62.52