Neuro Interventional Radiologic Technologist

Job Description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

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Job Description Summary:

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Cath Lab Specific:\n
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\nThe Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist must be competent as the assistant to the Interventional Cardiologist for diagnostic and interventional procedures in roles that include scrubbing, monitoring, and circulating. The technologist must have knowledge of the X-ray equipment in use, hemodynamic monitoring, coronary and peripheral anatomy, and sterile technique.\n
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\nArrhythmia (EP) Specific:\n
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\nThe EP Radiologic Technologist must be competent as the assistant to the Electrophysiologist for non-invasive and invasive procedures. The technologist must have knowledge of the X-ray equipment in use, arrhythmia monitoring, cardio structures, anatomy of the heart chambers, and sterile technique.\n
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\nVascular Interventional (VIR) Specific:\n
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\nThe VIR Radiologic Technologist must be competent as the assistant to the Interventional Radiologist for minimally invasive, image-guided vascular procedures in roles that include scrubbing, monitoring, and circulating. The technologist must have knowledge of the various imaging equipment in use including fluoroscopy, computed tomography (CT), and ultrasound.\n
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\nNeuro Interventional Specific:\n
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\nThe Neuro Interventional Radiologic Technologist must be competent as the assistant to the Neuro Interventional Radiologist for diagnostic and interventional procedures. The technologist must have knowledge of the X-ray equipment in use, hemodynamic monitoring, cerebral angiogram coiling, avascular malformations, stroke interventions and sterile technique.\n

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Responsibilities And Duties:

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85%\n
\nRadiologic technologist must be competent as the assistant to the Interventionalist in specific area as described above in summary for each area. \n
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\nGreets patients upon arrival to department. Checks chart for required data (i.e., informed consent). Reports absences or abnormalities to RN/physician. Explains procedures, gives instructions, and answers patients' questions. Participates in room turnover and transporting of patients.\n
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\nAssists Radiation Safety officer in QA of labs and radiation protective apparel on regular basis. Performs tasks using radiation safety principles; checks lead aprons for tears; reports findings and removes inadequate gear from service; maintains accurate records or work with Radiology department to maintain records.\n
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\nAs a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.  \n
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\nThe job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time\n

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Minimum Qualifications:

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ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association, ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, LIC - Licensed in Field - State of Ohio\n

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Additional Job Description:

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SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE

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State of Ohio Radiologic Licensure.  ARRT Registered.

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On Call Requirement.

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Work Shift:

Day\n

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Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40\n

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Department

Neurointerventional Radiology\n

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Join us!
\n ... if your passion is to work in a caring environment
\n ... if you believe that learning is a life-long process
\n ... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

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Equal Employment Opportunity

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OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment