interventional Sp Proc Tech 4

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Day (United States of America) Job Summary: Functions under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator, Chief Tech, or Dept. Manager. The interventional special procedures technologist assists with providing safe, age-appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures. The technologist has the knowledge and ability to safely perform diagnostic and interventional procedures. He/she is responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative in the utilization of the equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases. The technologist is able to independently perform job functions. He/she sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure. The interventional tech 4 functions independently in the Interventional Radiology (IR), Vascular Hybrid, and Neuro-interventional setting and participate in the interventional call rotation. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Clinical Skills Completion of VI competencies Able to use critical thinking skills Work in conjunction with radiologists/ vascular surgeons/ cardiologists/neurosurgeons Preps the patient for procedure Demonstrates and understands sterile technique Prepares necessary supplies and equipment for procedure Enters appropriate charges for supplies and procedure CPT CodesJob Responsibilities Must be flexible with hours to meet departmental needs Able to work scheduled and On-Call hours Knows existing lines of communication and authority Handles communications properly Introduces self to patient and/or guardian utilizing proper scripting ie. AIDET Transports patients as needed Provides privacy and comfort for patient/customers Assists with maintenance of departmental records, Joint Commission standards, State and Federal Regulations and performance Improvement. Completes necessary paperwork Answers departmental phone using proper scripting Maintains stock levels and outdates Maintain current License and BLS/ACLS certifications Assist in in-service/training for other medical staff as appropriate Works as a team with other VI staff to obtain the best possible outcome. Performs any other duties as needed when asked by leadershipQuality Verifies patient ID using 2 patient identifiers, i.e. Armband, DOB, verbal identification Verifies Written Order and Consent, seeks clarification if order or consent unclear. Uses and understands preprocedural verification/ time out completion Understands and complies with site/ side marking when indicatedPatient Education Responsible for patient, family/support system education Provide post procedural home care instructions as neededPerforms other duties as assignedComplies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma General or GED General or Accredited Program Radiologic Technology Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor ARRT-CV - ARRT Cardio Vascular Interven or ARRT-R - ARRT Radiography or ARRT-VI - ARRT Vascular Intervention Rad or RCIS - Registered CVI Specialist or RCES - Reg Cardiac Electrophysi Spec Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Additional certification in Cardiovascular or Vascular Intervention Upon Hire Preferred Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 4 years minimum interventional neuro experience Required orMinimum 2 years cardiology with 2 year of combined neuro experience. Required Required Minimum Skills: Competency in all aspects of IR, Vascular, and Neuro Interventional procedures, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection. HighRequired special/advanced procedure registry as outline above. HighMust understand anatomy and pathology as well as how they affect the quality of a procedure. HighThe individual must be able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and display a positive attitude. HighMust be able to function independently in the IR, Vascular, and Neuro interventional setting and function independently in an on-call rotation. High Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful workâ€"and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wellstar Health System