Special Procedures/Interventional Technologist

Description

Summary:

Assists physicians in interventional procedures and takes x-rays and angiographs as ordered by referring physicians under state and registry guidelines.

Responsibilities:

1. Takes quality diagnostic images. Verifies physicians orders, enters patient's demographics andevaluates film.

2. Assists/scrubs with radiologist utilizing universal precautions at all times.

3. Explains procedure to patient and answers any questions.

4. Administers and records isotope dosage in accordance with established departmental protocol.

5. Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity. Ensures radiation protection for patient.

6. Orders supplies/inventory. Stocks all supplies on a daily basis.

7. Charts patients accounts accurately.

8. Accurately schedules Interventional Procedures.

9. Monitors radiographic quality for optimum diagnosis ensuring all films have the proper identification.

10. Performs all CME functions prior to submitting case for dictation.

11. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

12. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Skills Experience:

Essential:
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Radiologic Technologist License
Basic Life Support

Required:

Minimum Experience: one year in Radiologic Technology

Responsible to maintain CE credits for ARRT and Connecticut License. 

BLS required. ACLS preferred.

Education:

Derived Education

Required:

Graduate of approved school of Radiologic Technology.

Current Connecticut Licensure in Radiologic Technology. 

Essential:
* HS Graduate or Equivalent

Other Information:

Derived Working Conditions

Essential:
* Significant manual skills / motor coord & finger dexterity
* Significant occupational risk
* Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force
* Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Working Conditions:

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Significant occupational risk

Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Norwalk Hospital Association

Org Unit: 407

Department: Interventional Radiology

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $38.28 - $71.16 Hourly