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Job Overview:

The Angiographer II role embodies the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial Healthcare, ensuring adherence to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program while complying with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilizes advanced imaging equipment to generate diagnostic radiographs suitable for interpretation by a physician.
• Maintains a high level of proficiency in clinical practices and equipment operation across various clinical environments.
• Demonstrates expertise in operating cardiac catheterization lab equipment, including x-ray units, monitors, and hemodynamic systems.
• Effectively manages angiography equipment with comprehensive knowledge and skill.
• Coordinates and prioritizes tasks in high-pressure or critical patient scenarios.
• Ensures efficient use of supplies and equipment while maintaining sterility during procedures.
• Assists in evaluating patient conditions throughout the course of procedures.
• Employs technical and clinical expertise to support the physician during procedures, ensuring patient safety.
• Monitors all procedural functions to help prevent adverse outcomes.
• Adapts examinations based on patient status to achieve optimal results.
• Provides the physician with accurate clinical diagnoses and thorough patient history documentation.
• Collaborates with the physician to ensure optimal examinations for precise diagnosis.
• Coordinates scheduling to maximize equipment use and enhance patient flow.
• Maintains sufficient supplies and workspace for effective daily operations.
• Ensures quality control for all equipment in line with manufacturer and regulatory standards.
• Capable of initiating IVs as necessary for contrast administration, with appropriate documentation.
• Demonstrates understanding of growth and development principles across the lifespan, with the ability to assess data reflecting patient status, including age-specific needs.
• Incorporates the values of genuine respect, passionate caring, and a joyful spirit into all job responsibilities and daily interactions with customers and colleagues.
• Adheres to safety standards established by Northwestern Medicine, completing mandatory organizational safety training annually.
• Maintains confidentiality for patients and their families in accordance with the NM Patient Confidentiality Policy, extending the same respect to all associates.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• American Registered Radiologic Technology (ARRT) certification.
• Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety Certification (IDNS).
• Current CPR certification.
• Physical capability to fulfill the functional requirements of the position.

Preferred:

• Interventional Cardiovascular Registered (CVT) certification.
• Experience with Intra-aortic Balloon Insertion and Operation.
• ACLS certification.
• One or more years of experience in hospital Medical Imaging.

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.