Radiologic Technologist 2 - HVI Proc CIA
Company: CARLE
Location: Champaign
Posted on: October 15, 2024
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Job Description:
The Registered Radiologic Technologist is a professional
caregiver who assumes responsibility of patients for a designated
time frame and to provide care, specifically in the Heart &
Vascular Institute. The patient population consists of those
requiring an invasive cardiology or invasive radiology study. The
Registered Radiologic Technologist will assist the physician in all
procedures and provide a valuable service to the patient and the
team. Administers contrast material (when applicable), according to
physician's request, by means of existing IV line or by performing
venipuncture and placing IV line; recognizes and responds to
hypersensitivity or allergic reactions. All functions and duties
will be under the direct supervision of a physicist or dosimetrist.
Assists with inventory/supplies. Checks for correct patient and
chart identification, diagnosis, and treatment position. Compiles
pertinent clinical information pertaining to lab, pathology, etc.
Assists in instruction of new staff as necessary. Documents
accurately and completely. Explains procedure to patient and
provides for patient care- including comfort, support, safety, and
confidentiality. Accurately informs procedural nurse of correct
doses of intra-procedural medications, radiation and sponge/sharp
counts. Performs on call duties and/or work variable shifts as
assigned to meet department needs. Performs all essential functions
of the Radiologic Technologist. Able to work around and maintain a
sterile field during procedures. Administers and with holds
contrast and treatment as appropriate. Assess patients for
allergies. Can pull supplies for procedures. Takes late shift
duties as assigned to meet department needs. Skin suturing. Basic
knowledge of ECG interpretation. Electrophysiology equipment
troubleshooting. Understanding and running the pacing stimulator
during ablations and EP studies.
Keywords: CARLE, Champaign , Radiologic Technologist 2 - HVI Proc CIA, Other , Champaign, Illinois
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