Interventional Radiology Technologist

Department :

36303 Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center - Radiology

Status : Full time

Full time

Benefits Eligible : Hou rs Per Week :

Hou rs Per Week :

Schedule Details / Additional Information :

Monday through Friday, rotating weekly call including weekends and holidays.

Major Responsibilities :

Determination of appropriate supplies and equipment set up, necessary to perform special procedures exams. The special procedures technologist II is able to give clear direction to technologists and students.

The technologist is to actively promote a positive and professional team effort to increase customer satisfaction. 1) Prepares and aids in the administration of contrast media in accordance with product specifications 2) Gathers all necessary supplies as required by departmental protocols in order to perform the procedures as requested 3) Maintains sterile technique while preparing both the patient and the room for the exam being performed 4) Ensuring at all times that proper radiation protection standards are being met 5) Interviews the patients to retrieve and record accurate information as requested on all documentation to include but not limited to pregnancy forms, supply charges and patient vital statistics 6) Participates in a team effort to reduce wait times by controlling the flow of patients in and out of the department 7) Provide education and support to patients and families of patients in partnership with the nurse to answer questions and concerns regarding care and treatment 8) Exhibits excellent time management skills with the ability to assess and prioritize cases 9) Maintains a professional appearance and professional conduct, including confidentiality of information

Operation of more advanced and sophisticated radiographic equipment. 3) Assists Radiologist with Ultrasound and CT guided biopsies 4) Sets up injectors and administers contrast.

1) Operates Interventional Radiographic equipment with expertise. 2) Operates and maintains daily QC of ancillary equipment such as ACT hemachron testing

• Adherence to all accepted safety standards and practices to ensure patient safety and quality patient care and train staff in proper safety measures.
• 1)Safely operates all equipment used during invasive and non-invasive procedures to include but not limited to film changers, c-arm, fluoroscopy equipment, digital imaging, pressure injectors, patient monitors and general diagnostic equipment 2)Communicates recommendations to management for improvement of the interventional radiography environment, organization of operations;

and contribute as appropriate, to the benefit of the department and organization 3) Is able to act appropriately in emergency situations related to fire safety, cardiac arrest or respiratory failure, equipment status and use, hazardous materials handling and storage, security, infection control, and the mass casualty plan 4) Acts with consideration of the special needs and behaviors of the specific age groups in the performance of the assigned duties 5) Keeps all medications and contrast secured and keeps daily temperature log of warmers and refrigerators

• Keeps the department equipped, monitors vendors for possible savings, monitors & performs necessary QC, and good basic interpersonal skills 1) Orders and stock supplies in the special procedures area ensuring that appropriate amount of supplies are on hand while verifying all expiration dates 2) Identifies CQI indicators to monitor efficiency of operation 3) Performs daily QC of ACT testing 4) Works with vendors to maintain quality of supplies and equipment 5) Actively participates in generating patient charges, reducing supply charges, capturing revenue, and working on projects to improve the overall finance of the IR department 6) Maintains appropriate par levels and monitors department expenses 7) Rotates through areas of DI on as-needed basis.
• Provide instruction and orientation to patients and other staff. 1) Train, assign, and monitor technologist and student performance through observation, QC data collection, and competencies 2) Provides regular in-services to ensure technical skill levels that meet the Radiologist(s) expectations 3) Provides education to patients, new hires, and students regarding sterile processes, procedural information and post procedural instructions 4) Implements and orients staff and students to new protocols, supplies and equipment.
• Make appropriate independent decisions when Lead Technologist and Manager are not available 1) Address and handle customer complaints as they occur and document response or resolution 2) Coordinate staffing with other technologists and the Lead Technologist to ensure 24 / 7 technical coverage for Interventional Radiography 3) Provide a sterile surgical environment for patient care by supervising and partaking in the cleaning of the suite, organization of stock, and notification of appropriate parties for the removal of needles, red cans, and waste.

Education / Experience Required :

Must be a graduate from an accredited AMA School of Radiology 3 to 5 years experience as a General Radiographer- Preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :

• Effective interpersonal skills Ability to interact with customers from all levels Proficient in the operation of radiographic equipment including fluoroscopy, C-arms, and portable machines.
• IEMA accreditation in medical radiation technology CPR certified American Registry of Radiologic Technologists registered (ARRT)

Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions :

Must be able to make independent professional decisions pertaining to high quality patient care High degree of technical skills Must be able to function with minimal assistance in performing job activities Must be conscientious in practicing high quality patient care Ability to work rotating shifts any day of the week Radiation exposure Must be able to deal with extremely ill patients Ability to lift and / or move patients.

Heavy lifting : Lifting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally and / or 25 to 50 pounds frequently and / or 10 to 20 pounds constantly.

Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with established time constraints May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases.

This position can recognize needs and behaviors of the following age groups : pediatric (newborn, toddler, and school-age), adolescent, adult, and older adult.

Evidence of this can be shown by recognizing levels of development and modifying approach and exhibiting communication skills necessary to interpret age specific responses.

If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06 / 01 / 2015.

Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available.

Unique patient lifting / movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

About Advocate Health

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Providing care under the names in Illinois; in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care.

Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with serving as the academic core of the enterprise.

It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs.

Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs.

Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.