Interventional Radiographer DT

NCH

Naples, FL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Basic Life Support (BLS), CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) Displays, Cardiac Catheter Laboratory, Cardiology, Cardiovascular, Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Trial, Community Health, Fellowship, HIS/RIS, Healthcare, Healthcare Quality, Hospital, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Nonprofit, Patient Care, Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), Radiation Safety, Radiography, Radiology, Research Skills, Time Management
LOCATION
Naples, FL
POSTED
Today
DEPARTMENT: 17043 - Special Procedures LOCATION: 350 7th Street North, Naples, FL, 34102 WORK TYPE: Per Diem WORK SCHEDULE: 10 Hour Day ABOUT NCH NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700 physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care. NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System(TM) and we're proud to: Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; Have endowed chairs; Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders, like Hospital for Special Surgery, Encompass, and ProScan. Join our mission to help everyone live a longer, happier, healthier life. We are committed to care and believe there's always more at NCH - for you and every person we serve together. Visit nchjobs.org to learn more. JOB SUMMARY The Interventional Radiographer is responsible for the production of quality radiographic images through knowledge of invasive procedures, Radiologic sciences and patient care. Must demonstrate competency in Neuro Interventional Radiography procedures to include: aneurysm repairs, cerebral bleeds, embolization's/coils/glue, clot evacuation; endovenous laser ablations; peripheral diagnostic and interventional procedures; GI bleeds with intervention. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned. Demonstrates knowledge and technical skills relating to Interventional Radiology. Demonstrates proper radiation safety and general practices for patient, self and others. Follows standard precautions. Demonstrates support and follows policies for the Radiography Student Program. Provides all aspects of patient care based on established standards. Demonstrates competency in all procedures within scope of practice, as appropriate to the ages of patients served; the ability to obtain information and interpret information in terms of the patient's needs; knowledge of growth and development and an understanding of the range of treatment of the patients. Ability to organize relative patient information, reports, and films (including priors) for interpretation. Full understanding of HIS, RIS, PACS to include ordering, monitoring workings, validation of images and completing studies. Interviews patients for history, obtains patient signature when applicable, explains exams and assists patients. Produces images which demonstrate a thorough knowledge of radiographic technique (collimation, ID markers and patient demographics), anatomical positioning, equipment performance and department positioning. Evaluates radiographs for technical quality. Knows the general condition of the equipment at all times, knows how to operate all equipment required in the course of performing procedures. Documents failures in a timely manner. Responsible for ensuring that proper maintenance of the x-ray machine is scheduled and performed as required. Recognizes normal and abnormal image findings and reports to supervisor or radiologist. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Satisfactory completion of a formal Radiologic Technology Program in an approved school Minimum of one year of experience as a Radiology Technologist, Cardiac Cath Lab and/or Interventional Radiology experience is required Licensed as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) in the State of Florida Registered with ARRT in Radiography (R) Must become registered by the ARRT in at least one of the following: Vascular Intervention (VI), Cardiovascular Registered (CV), or Cardiac Interventional (CI) within one years of employment in Interventional Radiology Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Basic computer knowledge: ability to operate a PC, create/save/print documents, input data.5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386

About the Company

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NCH

NCH Corporation is a global provider of industrial, commercial and institutional maintenance products and services. With offices and manufacturing plants on six continents, our 7,500 employees serve clients in 54 countries across the globe. We are a privately held, family owned business headquartered near Dallas in Irving, Texas.

COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Chemicals/Petro-Chemicals
FOUNDED
1919
WEBSITE
https://www.nch.com