CATH LAB RAD TECH EXTERN IV

Assists physicians, cath lab rad techs and nurses in the performance of a variety of technical procedures that require administration of ionizing radiation. These procedures require a high degree of technical expertise. This position functions with independent judgment as a member of a cross- functional team of physicians and nurses providing exceptional patient procedural care to create a definable foundation of data from which a correct diagnosis or a successful intervention may be obtained for each patient

Principal Duties an Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

1. Interacts with patients, physicians and co-workers in accordance with Methodist Hospitals professionalism policy.
2. Participates in planning and arranging work as a team member, providing a variety of care under often stressful conditions with a cross-functional team of nurses, technologists and physicians delivering patient care.
3. Operates all specialized radiographic equipment used for angiographic filming and utilizes necessary technique and accessories to produce optimal image quality. Follows procedure for post processing of images. Implements all radiation safety procedures when working with radiation producing equipment.
4. Prepares patients for radiologic procedures. Assures relevant paperwork is charted prior to procedural case start including patient consent and H & P, etc.
5. Assists physicians with procedures, including pre-procedural care, procedural scrub duties, and post procedural patient care. Sets-up sterile trays and prep patients for diagnostic procedures by using sterile technique.
6. Under the direct observation and supervision of the physician, performs arterial and venous cannulation. Cross-trains and performs hemodynamic monitoring.
7. Maintains a clean, well-stocked and safe working environment, checks and tests equipment prior to use. Follows universal precautions and assists in assuring compliance by other employees and physicians.
8. Ensures accurate charging of procedures and supplies, and reports any potential problems immediately to Cath Lab leadership. 
9.  Automatically added: Performs other duties as needed   and/or assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Responsible to assure the principles of radiation are adhered to at all times by nursing and physician staff.
• Works with Biomed and Service Tech's to assure integrity and optimal uptime of the radiation related and other equipment used in the Cath & EP Labs
• Tests lead aprons and thyroid shields for integrity annually at a minimum. Assure proper storage of shielding apparatus to avoid damage and breakage.
• Requires excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing..
• Must be capable of functioning independently pertaining to patient care and equipment functions.
• Maintains working knowledge and expertise with all equipment and supplies utilized in the Cath and EP Lab environment.

Education, Experience, Certification and Licensures

• Associates Degree in Radiology Required.                                         
• 1 year experience in Healthcare/Medical - Radiology preferred

• ARRT (R) Radiography Registration through The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, to be completed as soon as possible but within 60 days of graduation.
• ACLS- within one year of hire.
• BLS - Healthcare Provider
• Cardiovascular Certification preferred within two years.
• Indiana Radiology Student License

Model of Care and Conduct

Methodist Hospitals strives for excellence and insists on high standards of conduct and performance in everything we do. Our Model of Care and Conduct is designed to create a positive work environment which Methodist desires for all employees. This is foundational to the high level of patient, family and physician satisfaction we strive for each day. As part of all position’s duties at Methodist Hospitals, all employees are responsible to conduct themselves in accordance with the Model of Care and Conduct and will be evaluated according to these standards of behavior.