Mri special procedures technologist job description

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Responsibilities


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 properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study. 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.


Qualifications


Required Minimum Education:
Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiology Technology.

Required Minimum Licensure/Certification: Currently registered by the ARRT. BLS required. Code Description:
ARRT-R ARRT Radiography

Required Minimum Experience:
1-year minimum experience in Interventional Special Procedures setting in either IR and/or vascular hybrid setting.

Required Skills:
Able to function independently during procedures after appropriate orientation/competency on unit and as demonstrated by being place on call rotation. Competency in all aspects of interventional/vascular procedures, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection. Required special/advanced procedure registry as outlined above. Must have an understanding of anatomy and pathology as well as how they affect the quality of a procedure. The individual must be able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and display a positive attitude.

Trinity Health Of New England is looking for a Specialty Procedures Technologist to join our Radiology team of mission-driven healthcare innovators. Our vision is to provide state-of-the-art healthcare to those within our local communities, creating a positive impact for each individual that walks through our doors.

The staff member is responsible for coordinating the day to day activity of patient procedures to expedite work flow in assigned area. Responsible for training specials technologists in all invasive procedures, film processing and troubleshooting of equipment failure, including quality control. Assists and performs technical procedures on patients of all ages, particularly adults. Provides on call coverage as required. Position may require assignments at either campus or access center.

Full access to contrast media is given to the incumbent of this position because they are required by their job responsibilities to transport, stock, prepare, or administer contrast media as dictated by scope of practice regulations.
**_Top Reasons to Work at Trinity Health of New England:_**

+ Great benefits

+ Health Insurance Coverage

+ Career growth and advancement potential

**_Work Hours/Shift:_**

+ Per Diem - As-Needed

**_You Will Be Responsible For_** :

+ **Exceptional Patient Care** : Must understand we exist for the patients and their care is the number one priority.

+ **Excellent Communicator** : Communicate effectively (written and verbal) with admin, colleagues, patients and family member.

+ **Strong Educator:** Educate patients and family members so that they have a transparent understanding of the care being provided.

+ **Technical Familiarity:** Understanding in computer-based applications, email, and standard applications such as Microsoft Office.

+ **Active Teamwork** : Demonstrates problem solving, conflict resolution, and positive communication through teamwork.

**_Requirements_** :

+ **Education:** Graduate of a recognized program in Radiologic Technology. Associates Degree preferred.

+ **Experience:** One year Radiologic Technology experience required. Interventional Radiology experience preferred.

+ **Licensure:** Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Radiology, Vascular Interventional Radiology preferred and Current Connecticut License.

+ **Skills:** Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Ability to adequately use, or learn to use, the department's computerized system and its associated devices.

**_About Trinity Health Of New England:_**

Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system that is comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to full spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care. We aim to deliver top level care to increase our community's overall health at lower costs. While we serve nearly 3 million people, we are proud to be a part of a national system that focuses on putting our patients first and having the best colleagues to do so. Trinity Health Of New England benefits include health insurance, adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, sick time, and professional advancement just to name a few.

Employees can also take advantage of extra benefits specific to each hospital.

**Step up to your potential. Write your story and apply today!**

**Trinity Health's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**

Trinity Health employs about 133,000 colleagues at dozens of hospitals and hundreds of health centers in 22 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Trinity Health's dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

$7,000 Sign-on Bonus

Beaumont is now offering $7,000 Sing-On Bonus to regular Full-Time Special Procedure Tech Sr new hires! Apply today to speak with a Recruiter to learn more.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under limited supervision, the Senior Special Procedure Tech provides direct care pre, intra, and post for patients undergoing Heart and/or Vascular procedures to assist physicians and delivers quality patient/family centered care. The incumbent may be required to perform IV starts, prep patients, monitor hemodynamics, operate equipment, document procedures, vascular access site management, and provide patient/family education

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Monitor patients undergoing routine invasive, interventional procedures. Provide intra-procedural technical support and quality patient/family centered care.
• May be required to perform and record hemodynamic/physiologic wave forms and calculations.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, physicians, patients, families, and all ancillary departments while consistently demonstrating the Beaumont Standards.
• Perform quality assurance checks on technical equipment. Perform department skills validations.
• Maintain radiation safety standards for staff and patients in compliance with the Beaumont Radiation Safety Department.
• Required to take On Call per department schedule.
• May be required to provide training to less experienced techs.
• IR Special Procedure Techs must be able to 1st assist physicians using sterile technique, and fully participate in image post processing, cross modality imaging (CT, U/S), 3D imaging, vascular, and cerebral cases if performed at the site.
• Cath Lab Special Procedure Techs, if performed at the site, must be able to utilize IVUS, FFR, OCT, ICE, EKOS, Impella, Cardiac, peripheral, and Carotid interventions.
• EP Lab Special Procedure Techs, if performed at the site, must be able to utilize ICE, participate in device Implants, and circulate in all other EP cases. As well as 3D mapping, advanced EP procedures, and laser lead extractions.

STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS:

Education / Training:

• Interventional Radiology requires completion of an accredited radiography program (JRCERT).
• Cath Lab/EP Lab requires employee to be a graduate of Cardiovascular Technologist program, Associate degree in cardiovascular technology/basic science, Paramedic license, Exercise Physiologist, or equivalent training and/or education.

Work Experience:

• Employee must have more than 3 + years of Interventional experience.
• Employee must be an expert and able to train others in the clinical skills listed within below grid per each individual department and/or site scope.
• If the department is a combination of specialties, employee must be an expert in all areas that are performed.

Certification, Licensure, Registration:

• IR requires BLS certification and active RT status upon hire, and an RT-CV or VI registration.
• Cath Lab requires BLS and ACLS upon hire, Registered RCES/RCIS/RT certification, and IABP certification
• EP Lab requires BLS and ACLS upon hire. Registered RCIS/RCES/RT.

Other Qualifications:

• Basic computer skills, math skills, exceptional communication skills, and outstanding customer service skills.
• Cath Lab must be on site within 30 min. IR Call response time may vary by facility.

ABOUT BEAUMONT

Beaumont offers you a world of opportunity throughout Southeast Michigan. With eight hospitals and 155 outpatient sites you'll have a wide variety of practice settings to choose from. Beaumont has more nationally ranked hospitals in Michigan than any other health system.

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