CV Radiology Technologist

Position Status:
Full time
Shift:
First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)
Hours per week:
40
Job Information
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

A Brief Overview
Applies the specialized knowledge and technical skills of a radiology technologist while performing imaging/scrubbing diagnostic and interventional procedures. Monitors patients' hemodynamic and clinical status and informs team members of any changes. Performs these functions during regular working hours and on call.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED Required

Experience Qualifications

• 1 year Diagnostic radiology experience desired and demonstrated acceptable knowledge level of all diagnostic radiology procedures. Preferred
• Previous invasive procedure experience (ie Cath Lab, IR, EP Lab) desired. Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates proper use of equipment, time, and supplies in efforts to control costs. (Required proficiency)
• Approaches each day with a positive attitude and enthusiasm for job. (Required proficiency)
• Willingly accepts various work assignments. Is accountable and responsible for own actions/decisions. (Required proficiency)
• Contributes to a team atmosphere by demonstrating excellent communication skills, taking initiative to perform needed tasks, and being flexible to go beyond normal expectations to meet the needs of others. (Required proficiency)
• Meet the requirements for registry by the ARRT. Passage of ARRT(R) is required within 12 months of employment to maintain position. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Technologist - ARRT Passage of ARRT(R) is required within 12 months of employment to maintain position. Must have current Kansas license within 60 days of hire, or within 60 days of obtaining ARRT registry. Required
• Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - ACLS Preferred

What you will do

• Utilizes educational background in addition to specialized training obtained in the orientation process.
• Maintains scrubbing skills for all equipment and procedures. Sets up equipment and room for procedures. Keeps rooms stocked with appropriate daily supplies and emergent supplies.
• Evaluates and monitors patients' hemodynamic and clinical status and informs team members of any change in status. Identifies and responds appropriately in crisis situations. Accurately documents all care rendered.
• Utilizes correct imaging and post processing technique. Cones and pans well to minimize patient and staff exposure.
• Responds to needs and is knowledgeable of appropriate care for school-aged through gerontological patients.
• Participates in collection of data for departmental databases in a timely and accurate manner.
• Adheres to all department and hospital policy and procedures including Radiation Safety Standards and Infection Control policies. Maintains clean and sterile environments as appropriate.
• Documents patient or device complications appropriately. Participates on performance improvement committees as needed.
• Participates in on-call rotation to provide 24-hour availability for patients that require emergent interventions.
• Demonstrates proper prepping, draping technique.
• Understands and practices patient confidentiality.

Required for All Jobs

• Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
• Performs other duties as assigned

Patient Facing Options

• Position is Patient Facing

Remote Work Guidelines

• Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
• Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
• Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
• Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
• Abide by Stormont Vail's Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.

Remote Work Capability

• On-Site; No Remote

Scope

• No Supervisory Responsibility
• No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility

Physical Demands

• Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour
• Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour
• Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour
• Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours
• Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Grasping (Fine Motor): Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Grasping (Gross Hand): Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Handling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
• Operate Foot Controls: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
• Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
• Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
• Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
• Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Standing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Physical Demand Comments:
• Must be able to transport patients by pushing a cart, wheelchair, or bed. • Must be able to stand wearing a lead apron during long procedures. • Must be able to respond to the hospital within 30 minutes for on-call and emergency procedures.

Working Conditions

• Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Needle Stick: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Radiant Energy: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour
• Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour

Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.

Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.

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