Rad Tech EP Lab FT - *EP EXP Required* No Call/No Weekends

Rad Tech Ep Lab Ft

*EP EXP Required* No Call/No Weekends

Regular - Non-exempt - Full-time - Standard Hours 37.5

Job Summary: The Radiologic Technologist (RT) provides direct and/or indirect care of patients. The RT must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's policies and procedures.

Education:

Required: Graduate of an approved ARRT radiologic technology program.

Experience:

Required:

Knowledge of general radiology principles and practice skills

Knowledge of organizational functions, policies and regulations

Knowledge of current trends and new developments in the cardiovascular arena

Position Requirement(s):

License/Certification/Registration:

Required:

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification

Current Tennessee Board licensure

BLS completed before arrival to the unit/department and maintained going forward

Current ACLS certification

Current PALS certification

Department Position Summary: The Radiology Technologist provides direct and/or indirect patient care in the Cardiac Cath Lab. Assess patients, administers pharmacological drugs within scope of practice as ordered, performs procedures, operates equipment necessary for assigned patient care, and assists physician with procedures. The RT must be familiar with sterile technique, cath lab equipment, procedures and radiation safety. The RT must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in the Cardiac Cath Lab. The RT must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the Cardiac Cath Lab's policies and procedures. Clinical competency is evaluated annually using a variety of mechanisms. It focuses on the population-specific needs of the customers served by the staff member.