Cath Lab Rad Technologist I - Days
Company: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital
Location: Bellaire
Posted on: September 30, 2024
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Job Description:
At Houston Methodist, the Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist I
position is a Technologist who performs cardiovascular procedures
in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. This position assists
physicians with interventional and therapeutic cardiac or
electrophysiology procedures including but not limited to
peripheral and coronary angioplasty, stents, rotablators,
atherectomy, laser, and coronary ultrasound; electrophysiology
procedures including ablations and device implantation. The Cath
Lab Radiologic Technologist I position is a member of the direct
patient care team, actively participates and scrubs into Cath Lab
cases to assist with the movement and alignment of equipment as
well as the control of radiation throughout procedures. This
position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to radiation
standards and guidelines established by radiology agencies to
ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. This position
requires availability to be on call. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic,
team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve
optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the
patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent
patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performs interventional and therapeutic
cardiac or electrophysiology procedures including but not limited
to peripheral and coronary angioplasty, stents, rotablators,
artherectomy, laser, and coronary ultrasound; electrophysiology
procedures including ablations and device implantation; fluoroscopy
and cine modalities, as well as recommending various radiological
techniques to maximize best visualization of patient's cardiac
anatomy. Actively participates and scrubs into Cath Lab cases to
assist with the movement and alignment of equipment as while as the
control of radiation throughout procedures. Provides care for the
physical needs of patients by executing various Radiologic concepts
to maximize performance. This includes: positioning, physiology,
procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical
factors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizes
complications / limitations associated with certain procedures.
Proactively identifies how to address these for optimum outcomes.
Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic or
special procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Follows radiation safety
standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Properly
utilizes patient radiation protection and immobilization during
diagnostic procedures. Maintains proper sterile techniques for
procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures
compliance with infection control procedures. Complies with job,
departmental and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.
Reports --near misses-- and inputs errors promptly into
documentation system to improve processes and identify trends.
Contributes to identification of corrective actions and improvement
activities and contributes to meeting departmental and hospital
targets for quality and safety. Ensures all imaging equipment has
had QC performed as required and is in safe working order prior to
use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices
preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provides accurate and complete
documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time
service is delivered. Uses resources efficiently; does not waste
supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively
and prioritize daily tasks. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Participates in department projects and shared governance
activities. Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline
competencies with a focus on continual development as a Cath Lab
Rad Tech. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive;
the employee will also perform other reasonably related
business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the
right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION Graduate of education program approved by the
credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below
WORK EXPERIENCE None One year experience as a Radiologic
Technologist with Interventional experience highly preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED ARRT-R - Radiologic
Technologist - Radiographer (ARRT) AND CMRT - Certified Medical
Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure Registration as a Medical
Radiologic Technologist (MRT-GC) AND BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)
AND ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA) within 6 months
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Demonstrates the skills and
competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job,
determined through on-going skills and competency assessments
Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer
systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and
Office software to maintain patient and exam documents Exhibits
strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the
healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service
to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers Adapts to
multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including,
organizing work flow and actively participating in problem-solving
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the
English language necessary to perform the essential functions of
this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or
employee safety or security Ability to effectively communicate with
patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner
consistent with a customer service focus and application of
positive language principles SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE
Uniform No Scrubs Yes Business professional No Other (department
approved) No ON-CALL Note that employees may be required to be
on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events,
etc) regardless of selection below. On Call Yes TRAVEL Travel
specifications may vary by department May require travel within the
Houston Metropolitan area Yes May require travel outside Houston
Metropolitan area No Company Profile: Houston Methodist Cypress
Hospital, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, will be
Houston Methodist's ninth hospital and will incorporate the most
advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100
beds (at our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the
heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will
be equipped with technologically advanced innovations implemented
during COVID, many of them designed to make patient communication
with physicians, staff and families the very best and most
effective in any health care facility. Even though the hospital
won't be fully operational until 2025, we have several services and
specialties opening in 2024. Houston Methodist is an equal
opportunity employer inclusive of women, minorities, disabled
persons and veterans. Equal Employment Opportunity Houston
Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment
opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist
is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in
discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or
seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other
characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor ---
priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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