Special Procedures Technician

Overview:

Shift: 6:30AM-5:00PM with call- 4 X10 hour days  

$7,500 Sign on Bonus for Full Time. 

 

As a member of the interdisciplinary Cath Lab team, the Registered Radiologic Technologist contributes professional radiologic knowledge and technical expertise in the provision and management of care for patients undergoing invasive cardiac procedures. The RT functions collaboratively with RN staff and under the direction of physicians to ensure safe, efficient, and effective procedural outcomes.

Why UnityPoint Health?:

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities:

Clinical Excellence/Patient Care

• Assesses the needs of patients and families undergoing invasive cardiac procedures, providing appropriate teaching and making the necessary referrals to provide continuity of care.
• Assists the physician with the development of an individual plan of care using a collaborative approach with the patient/family and health care team.
• Promptly completes documentation to assure an accurate legal record of patient’s care.
• Delivers high quality care while demonstrating knowledge and clinical skills of the specialty required in the Cath Lab in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care under the direct supervision of the physician.
• Utilizes holistic approach (considering biopsychosocial, spiritual, educational, safety, and related criteria) appropriate to the age of the patients and families served in the assigned service area.
• Utilizes critical thinking in making judgements, and maintains responsibility and accountability for the knowledge of conditions of the patient.
• Demonstrates and maintains proficiency in the manual skills and techniques required in the administration of emergency medications used in the Cath Lab including under the direct supervision of the physician.
• Demonstrates and maintains proficiency in the manual skills and techniques required to operate specialized equipment in the Cath Lab including, but not limited to the following:

o    Point of care testing:  activated clotting times (ACT), oxygen analysis

o    Cardiac Assist equipment: intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), Impella heart pump

o    Interventional equipment:  rotational and pulse wave atherectomy

o    Advanced hemodynamic monitoring systems

o    Aseptic technique

·         Demonstrates and maintains proficiency in the manual skills and techniques

Qualifications:

Education: 

• Graduate of an accredited radiologic science program that is recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Licensure/Certifications:

• Current registration and in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists as a Radiographer
• Current permit to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the state of Iowa and/or Illinois
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification or obtain certification within 3 months from hire date.

*Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, internal equity, and other business needs.  The salary range listed does not include other forms of compensation which may include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits that may be applicable to this role.