Special Procedures Radiology Technologist

Job Description

Under the direction of the Heart Center Supervisor, the Heart Center Special Procedures Technologist works closely with the referring and interpreting physicians, other department staff and patients. In addition to the principle duties and responsibilities of a Staff Technologist, the Special Procedures Technologist has a strong background in a specialized area such as Cath. Lab, Angiograraphy or both. Has responsibility for designated assignments and performs related work as required or requested.

Essential Duties:

• Experienced in the area of special imaging needs for the age specific patient groups, has demonstrated knowledge and abilities in adapting special procedures exams for patients with special needs.
• Responsible for sterile table set-up for specific angiographic/implant procedures.
• Responsible for turning the procedure room around in a timely manner.
• Responsible for groin management and removing the groin sheath when appropriate.
• Responsible for processing of angiographic studies and providing quantitative measurements when requested by the Cardiologists.
• Assists Cardiologists during diagnostic/interventional cardiac and or peripheral procedures. Also assists the cardiologists during Cardiac Device implantation and EP Studies.
• Assists with prepping the patients for diagnostic/interventional cardiac/device implants/EP studies and or peripheral procedures.

License/Certification:

• ARRT registry prepared and must be licensed by the State of Oregon within 3 months of hire.
• Must have current BLS within 30 days of hire and ACLS within 4 months of hire.

Experience:

• Two years of experience as a staff technologist with one year experience in the area of specialty preferred.

Education:

Graduate of approved Radiology Technology program.

Additional Information

Requisition ID: 2019-R0259352

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Market: CHI Mercy Health