What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cath Lab/Interventl Rad Tech I position at Bassett Medical Center?
Location: US:NY:Cooperstown
Work Type: FULL TIME
Grade: 65
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Cardiovascular Imaging Medical Director and Cardiovascular Imaging Manager perform prompt, courteous hemodynamic monitoring, accurate documentation and recording of all Cardiac, Vascular and Radiological procedural hemodynamics and equipment usage. Perform invasive technical diagnostic procedures and support for patients in the outpatient, inpatient and acute care setting. Maintains inventory and stock for the Cardiovascular Imaging suites. Expected to participate on the Cardiovascular Imaging On Call Team which will include weekend and holiday coverage as well as weekday coverage.
Minimum Requirements:
Education/Qualifications:Two year Associate's degree from an accredited Radiology Technologist program or satisfactory completion of formal Radiology Technologist training program in an AMA approved school requiredExperienceExperienced Radiology Technologist with special procedure room or operating room experience preferredBroad knowledge of invasive & general cardiology, interventional radiology and peripheral vascular diagnostics and pathophysiology desired.Previous medical experience in acute care setting preferred.Skills:Ability to provide high quality invasive cardiac, interventional radiology and peripheral vascular diagnostic services for inpatient setting and critically ill patients. Basic computer knowledge and knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Demonstrates good teamwork, written and verbal communication skills, the ability to organize and prioritize workload and work with minimal supervision. Proficient with the use of various interventional equipment. This includes, but not limited to Aortic Balloon Pumps, Intra Vascular Ultrasound, Pressure Wire, Filter Wire, Temporary Pacemakers, and Angiojet. Required to perform as a scrub assistant with physicians and maintain a sterile field. Ability to control and maintain hemostasis during removal of indwelling arterial and venous sheath. Ability to implement and communicate New York State DOH BERP regulations to ensure all radiation safety measures are met keeping with the ALARA Standards. License/Certifications:NYS Temporary PermitARRT (R ) within 180 days from date of hireNew York State Licensure as a Radiologic Technologist within 18 days from date of hireInjection registered within 6 month of hireACLS required within 6 months from date of hire Physical Requirements:Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Required wearing lead during procedures. Required transporting and lifting patients frequently. Advanced level of manual dexterity for assembling intricate pressure monitoring, invasive equipment and coronary injection systems.
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