Neuro IR Technologist - Per Diem

Radiologic Technologist

Position at Northern Dutchess Hospital At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+ strong hearts and open minds. If you share our values of connected, personal, agile and imaginative, we invite you to discover what's possible for you and your career. Northern Dutchess Hospital is an 84-bed hospital located in picturesque Rhinebeck, New York. We are leaders in the Hudson Valley for maternity and orthopedic excellence and provide award-winning care in a wide range of specialties, from cancer and heart disease prevention to bariatric surgery and healthy aging services. Our accolades include the following:

• The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safety
• U.S. News & World Report - High performance in knee replacement
• Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) - Robotic Center of Excellence
• Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) - 5 Star Rating

At Northern Dutchess Hospital, we pride ourselves on a culture of collaboration and teamwork, where every voice is valued and contributes to our shared success. When you step through our doors, you will feel a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes our hospital a truly special place to work. Our staff is friendly, dedicated and deeply committed to the well-being of our patients and each other's success.

Purpose Provides health care services applying x-ray energy and computer processing techniques to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Performs computed tomography and related procedures to demonstrate sectional anatomic images for interpretation by, or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics. Provides appropriate patient care and recognized patient=s conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates working knowledge of any and all modality specific ancillary equipment such as, contrast injectors, portable ultrasound unit, Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), patient monitoring, QC phantoms, PAC's/RIS workstations. Performs exams following modality specific protocols resulting in high quality images using appropriate imaging techniques.
• Appropriate storage, handling and administration of intravenous contrast agents.
• Maintains documentation and insures accuracy of all pertinent patient and procedural data such as patient history, exam title, patient demographics, laterality markers, and modality specific questionnaires and screening tools.
• Prepares patient for procedure: providing instructions to obtain desired results. Gain cooperation and minimize anxiety as per patient education standards.
• Applies safety principles to minimize risks to patient, self, and others. Following establish standards such as ALARA.
• Conducts ongoing patient assessment including monitoring of the patient's condition and assuming the responsibility for provision of physical or psychological needs during procedures ensuring patient safety. Provides pre and post procedure patient education.
• Assists as needed to perform modality specific QA/QC procedures insuring equipment operates within manufacturers and regulatory guidelines.
• Assumes responsibility of assigned area assuring all rooms are clean, stocked with supplies, and meets the standards set by each modality.
• Participates in modality specific PI Plan.
• Contributes to the efficient operation of the department through communication either written or verbal with lead technologist training to equipment, patients and other staff members.
• Adheres to all infection control protocols, including sterile technique while setting up procedure table and assisting as scrub tech during procedures.
• Performs IV contrast injections in accordance with hospital and NYS DOH guidelines.
• Maintain and Model REACH Values (Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Compassion, Honor).
• Demonstrates regular, reliable and predictable attendance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• 2 years Intervention Radiology experience preferred.
• License, Registration, or Certification Requirements:
• NYS Registered Radiologic Technologist
• ARRT- Radiology required
• BLS required

With strong hearts and open minds, we're pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected, all in the name of possibility. We are neighbors caring for neighbors, working together as partners in health to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you share our passion for the health of our communities, advance your career with Nuvance Health!

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: Significant exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Northern Dutchess Hospital

Org Unit: 1344

Department: Interventional Radiology

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $47.98 - $59.09 Hourly