Special Procedures Technologist IR/Cath Lab

Summary

About Sinai Chicago

Askabout our sign-on bonus,Special Procedures Tech IR/Cath Lab, up to$20,000 with experience.

Train to be an IR and Cath Lab Special Procedures Technologist! Newly graduated and current Radiology Technologists are encouraged to apply.

Sinai Health System (SHS) is one the largest private safety net healthcare systems in Illinois. SHS includes Mount Sinai Hospital, Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital, and 18 outpatient clinics. The system employs approximately 4,000 individuals and serves a geographic area of 1.5 million people on Chicagos West and Southwest sides.

Through community programs delivered by Sinai Community Institute and research conducted by epidemiologists at Sinai Urban Health Institute, SHS has one of the broadest ranges of community services of any health system in the country and is on a trajectory to become the national model for urban healthcare.

We are continuing to building a new development enterprise and looking for creative, collaborative leaders who are passionate about using their skills and abilities to make a difference in the lives of those living is some of Chicagos most underserved communities. If you are looking for an opportunity to use your knowledge and experience to help shape Chicagos future and change individuals lives, we would love to hear from you.

$20,000 SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Responsible for providing all Special Procedure and Cath Lab procedures in accordance with department policy and procedure as well as IDNS regulatory standards. Ensures compliance with all IEMA regulatory standards as applicable to Radiology and Radiation Protection for patients and staff in area. Responsible for ensuring department patient schedule is complete and ensures daily reconciliation of Open Order Report

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Performs all job duties and responsibilities of a Special procedure and Cardiac Cath Technologist.
• Performs diagnostic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
• Administers IV contrast media in accordance with department policy and procedure.
• Ensures that proper sterile techniques are applied appropriately to prevent cross contamination.
• Works directly with a radiologist in determining protocol for all special procedure imaging.
• Works directly with Cardiologists to ensure proper coordination and delivery of Cardiac Cath Services.
• Explains the procedure to the patient prior to the procedure starting.
• Provides the patient and family with education for both pre- and post-procedure.
• Observes patient for behavioral and physiologic changes due to medications.
• Notifies the physician and nurse with any status change.
• Assists with the operation and handling of special equipment, monitors, and instruments.
• Demonstrates the ability to work as a team member, assists physicians and assists on all levels of patient care inside the Lab.
• This includes but not limited to circulate, scrub, transfers, patient escort, transportation of specimens to the appropriate department, scheduling, ordering of supplies, etc.
• Observes and documents patient data and procedure records throughout the procedure with the appropriate hemodynamics system.
• Records heart rate, BP, respirations, all pressures, O2 saturations, and EKG.
• Recognizes EKG rhythms and dysrhythmia.
• Ensures patient and own safety by following all applicable radiation protection measures and requirements.
• Maintains safety regulations to ensure maximum protection to patients, staff and employees of a hospital.
• Maintains QC on equipment.
• Responsible for operation and safety of all equipment.
• Reports all equipment problems in timely fashion.
• Demonstrates effective business conduct through behavior/performance example and by following HCH Performance Standards.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and follows all applicable HIPAA standards.
• Maintains professional licensure and personal education through professional affiliations, meetings and educational seminars.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities and monitors as assigned or needed to ensure services are delivered and performed according to hospital policy and procedure as well as industry standards.
• In compliance with Holy Cross Hospital Attendance Standards.
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