Angiographer
Posted
Description
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Job Summary: Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam. Job Responsibilities: -Prepares patients for exam using appropriate body mechanics. -Identifies proper exams based on patient need and utilizes correct exam techniques. -Produces quality images through the appropriate operation of equipment/instrumentation. -Follows proper patient identification protocols. -Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage. -Maintains work area and stocks needed supplies. -Transports patients as needed. -Develops specific knowledge with regard to invasive, diagnostic and interventional supplies, appropriate indications and applications, and proper use and deployment techniques. -At the end of the procedure, may apply closure device, suture the sheath in place, or remove the sheath and apply pressure to obtain hemostasis. -Understands and applies principles of x-ray generation and safety. -Understands and demonstrates the correct operation of imaging equipment. -Provides patient education, as needed and assures patient comfort. -Provides procedural assistance as a circulating tech, scrub tech, or monitoring tech, according to Angio lab policies and procedures and Scope of Practice documents.
Job Summary: -Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam. -Prepares patients for exam using appropriate body mechanics. -Identifies proper exams based on patient need and utilizes correct exam techniques. -Produces quality images through the appropriate operation of equipment/instrumentation. -Follows proper patient identification protocols. -Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage. -Maintains work area and stocks needed supplies. -Transports patients as needed. -Develops specific knowledge with regard to invasive, diagnostic and interventional supplies, appropriate indications and applications, and proper use and deployment techniques. -At the end of the procedure, may apply closure device, suture the sheath in place, or remove the sheath and apply pressure to obtain hemostasis. -Understands and applies principles of x-ray generation and safety. -Understands and demonstrates the correct operation of imaging equipment. -Provides patient education, as needed and assures patient comfort. -Provides procedural assistance as a circulating tech, scrub tech, or monitoring tech, according to Angio lab policies and procedures and Scope of Practice documents. null
Skills
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Required Skills & Experience: -One (1) year of vascular or interventional experience. Preferred Skills & Experience: -Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employees to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc). -May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. --Radiation Badge Requirement: -A personal radiation monitoring badge (dosimeter) is required for this assignment. -To maintain an accurate and continuous exposure record, providers are encouraged to use an existing badge from a previous employer or assignment when available. -If a new badge is issued, prior exposure history will not be reflected.
Required Skills & Experience:-One (1) year of vascular or interventional experience. Preferred Skills & Experience:-Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.-Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employees to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.-Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.-Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.-Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).-May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. --Radiation Badge Requirement:-A personal radiation monitoring badge (dosimeter) is required for this assignment.-To maintain an accurate and continuous exposure record, providers are encouraged to use an existing badge from a previous employer or assignment when available.-If a new badge is issued, prior exposure history will not be reflected. null
Required
PATIENT IDENTIFICATION
ORDER VERIFICATION
BODY MECHANICS
EXAM TECHNIQUES
IMAGE PRODUCTION
Additional
EQUIPMENT OPERATION
DOCUMENTATION
TIME STAMPING
IMAGE STORAGE
WORK AREA MAINTENANCE
SUPPLY STOCKING
PATIENT TRANSPORTATION
KNOWLEDGE OF INVASIVE SUPPLIES
KNOWLEDGE OF DIAGNOSTIC SUPPLIES
KNOWLEDGE OF INTERVENTIONAL SUPPLIES
X-RAY GENERATION
X-RAY SAFETY
IMAGING EQUIPMENT OPERATION
PATIENT EDUCATION
PATIENT COMFORT
PROCEDURAL ASSISTANCE
CIRCULATING TECH SKILLS
SCRUB TECH SKILLS
MONITORING TECH SKILLS
RADIATION MONITORING
Education
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Required Education: -HS diploma or GED Preferred Education: -N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: -ARRT registration. -State of Utah Rad Tech License. -Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers. -Vascular/Interventional radiography certification, or one year of Angio/Interventional experience. Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -ACLS or PALS certification.
Required Education: -HS diploma or GED Preferred Education: -N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: -ARRT registration -State of Utah Rad Tech License. -Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers. -Vascular/Interventional radiography certification, or one year of Angio/Interventional experience. Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -ACLS or PALS certification. null
Certifications & Licenses
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ARRT
BLS - AHA
Languages
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English( Speak, Read, Write )
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Job Summary: Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam. Job Responsibilities: -Prepares patients for exam using appropriate body mechanics. -Identifies proper exams based on patient need and utilizes correct exam techniques. -Produces quality images through the appropriate operation of equipment/instrumentation. -Follows proper patient identification protocols. -Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage. -Maintains work area and stocks needed supplies. -Transports patients as needed. -Develops specific knowledge with regard to invasive, diagnostic and interventional supplies, appropriate indications and applications, and proper use and deployment techniques. -At the end of the procedure, may apply closure device, suture the sheath in place, or remove the sheath and apply pressure to obtain hemostasis. -Understands and applies principles of x-ray generation and safety. -Understands and demonstrates the correct operation of imaging equipment. -Provides patient education, as needed and assures patient comfort. -Provides procedural assistance as a circulating tech, scrub tech, or monitoring tech, according to Angio lab policies and procedures and Scope of Practice documents.
Job Summary: -Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam. -Prepares patients for exam using appropriate body mechanics. -Identifies proper exams based on patient need and utilizes correct exam techniques. -Produces quality images through the appropriate operation of equipment/instrumentation. -Follows proper patient identification protocols. -Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage. -Maintains work area and stocks needed supplies. -Transports patients as needed. -Develops specific knowledge with regard to invasive, diagnostic and interventional supplies, appropriate indications and applications, and proper use and deployment techniques. -At the end of the procedure, may apply closure device, suture the sheath in place, or remove the sheath and apply pressure to obtain hemostasis. -Understands and applies principles of x-ray generation and safety. -Understands and demonstrates the correct operation of imaging equipment. -Provides patient education, as needed and assures patient comfort. -Provides procedural assistance as a circulating tech, scrub tech, or monitoring tech, according to Angio lab policies and procedures and Scope of Practice documents. null
Skills
====
Required Skills & Experience: -One (1) year of vascular or interventional experience. Preferred Skills & Experience: -Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employees to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc). -May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. --Radiation Badge Requirement: -A personal radiation monitoring badge (dosimeter) is required for this assignment. -To maintain an accurate and continuous exposure record, providers are encouraged to use an existing badge from a previous employer or assignment when available. -If a new badge is issued, prior exposure history will not be reflected.
Required Skills & Experience:-One (1) year of vascular or interventional experience. Preferred Skills & Experience:-Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.-Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employees to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.-Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.-Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.-Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).-May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. --Radiation Badge Requirement:-A personal radiation monitoring badge (dosimeter) is required for this assignment.-To maintain an accurate and continuous exposure record, providers are encouraged to use an existing badge from a previous employer or assignment when available.-If a new badge is issued, prior exposure history will not be reflected. null
Required
PATIENT IDENTIFICATION
ORDER VERIFICATION
BODY MECHANICS
EXAM TECHNIQUES
IMAGE PRODUCTION
Additional
EQUIPMENT OPERATION
DOCUMENTATION
TIME STAMPING
IMAGE STORAGE
WORK AREA MAINTENANCE
SUPPLY STOCKING
PATIENT TRANSPORTATION
KNOWLEDGE OF INVASIVE SUPPLIES
KNOWLEDGE OF DIAGNOSTIC SUPPLIES
KNOWLEDGE OF INTERVENTIONAL SUPPLIES
X-RAY GENERATION
X-RAY SAFETY
IMAGING EQUIPMENT OPERATION
PATIENT EDUCATION
PATIENT COMFORT
PROCEDURAL ASSISTANCE
CIRCULATING TECH SKILLS
SCRUB TECH SKILLS
MONITORING TECH SKILLS
RADIATION MONITORING
Education
========
Required Education: -HS diploma or GED Preferred Education: -N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: -ARRT registration. -State of Utah Rad Tech License. -Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers. -Vascular/Interventional radiography certification, or one year of Angio/Interventional experience. Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -ACLS or PALS certification.
Required Education: -HS diploma or GED Preferred Education: -N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: -ARRT registration -State of Utah Rad Tech License. -Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers. -Vascular/Interventional radiography certification, or one year of Angio/Interventional experience. Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -ACLS or PALS certification. null
Certifications & Licenses
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ARRT
BLS - AHA
Languages
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English( Speak, Read, Write )
