Special Procedure Technologist-Full Time-Variable

Facility

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department

Special Procedures

Job Family

Allied Health

Work Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Summary

Performs invasive diagnostic and interventional procedures and is responsible for the operation and quality assurance of film processing, patient monitoring and the x-ray equipment. Participates in the daily activities of the section by assisting as a scrub, float, and imaging technologist.

Major Job Functions

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:

Fully competent to perform all procedures within the Special Procedures section of invasive diagnostic, neurodiagnostic, interventional radiology and neurointerventional procedures

Demonstrates competency and efficiency in the treatment, care and interaction with all patients to include adolescents, adults and geriatrics

Fully competent in the technical operation of equipment

Serves as liaison between the floor nurse, unit secretary and attending physicians as to orders, procedures, scheduling, status of procedures, and other related questions or concerns

Assesses the patient, reviews chart for orders and lab results. Loads any pertinent prior imaging and insures completion of Radiant in Epic. Communicates with the Interventionalist as to the availability of all the above.

Prepares the patient for their procedure, answers questions within their scope of practice. Directs other questions to Interventionalist

Provides a safe environment to include, but not limited to, radiation exposure, contrast administration and infection control guidelines/Universal precautions

Maintains accurate record of patient care

Responsible for adding charges, beginning and ending each procedure in the computer system to ensure proper patient billing for services

Responsible for maintaining professional growth to include current methodology of procedures, equipment and techniques. Maintains annual mandatory hospital training

Maintains exceptional guest relations with patient, visitors, hospital staff and medical staff to include the use of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you)

Actively participates in the clinical education of student technologists

Monitors the quality of care based on on-going monitors striving for continuous improvement. Performs QA of exams prior to sending to Physician for dictation. Actively participates in Department’s Performance Improvement projects

Actively participates in helping the department reach patient satisfaction goals by providing quality care, explaining procedures, and performing procedures in a timely manner

Promotes teamwork within the department by assisting in all areas and using effective communication

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:

Education and Formal Training :

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology or Cardiovascular Technology program required

ARRT (R) required

Cardiovascular Interventional (CV) or Vascular Interventional (VI) registry required. VI registry eligible individuals will have two (2) years to acquire registry. Failure to gain VI registry within 2 years will result in termination of employment

Work Experience :

One year of work experience required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required :

Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language

Demonstrates technical skills and expertise

Verbal and written skills required

Demonstrates good patient care

Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development and understands the range of treatment needed for all age groups

Provides care based on the patient’s developmental needs

Experienced in the treatment of and interacts effectively with patients of all ages to include newborns, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics

Physical Requirements :

Good hearing, ability to communicate orally, visual acuity, motor coordination and manual dexterity

Good physical and mental stamina to perform duties and responsibilities

Must have ability to assume awkward positions

Must have mobility to respond to emergency situations

Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time

Must be able to bend and lift 100 lbs with frequent lift/carry objects up to 50 lbs

Wears lead lined apron for extended periods of time

Work requires moving of equipment and patients, exposure to radiation, and patient contact

May be subject to occupational exposure to include skin, eye, mucous membrane or parental contact with blood or other potentially infectious material

Required Licenses and Certifications

RT(R)(CI)(VI) - American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity