Lead Rad Tech - Cath Lab - Prep/Recov
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Location: Normal, IL 61761
Description:
Overview
The Lead Radiologic Technologist oversees technical procedures, patient care and work flow in Interventional Radiology (IR) in multiple modalities. Assists the IR physician with procedures performed within the invasive labs, CT, US, and bedside IR procedures, to ensure safe and effective patient care. Performs diagnostic and interventional procedures utilizing various imaging and interventional equipment within the invasive labs and assists with procedures performed in other modalities in which IR procedures are performed.
Responsibilities
Performs all essential functions of the Interventional Radiology Technologist.Serves as a technical resource and subject matter expert for staff, management, and physicians in respective area.Participates in scheduling of department's technical equipment service and/or maintence under the guidance of the Service Line Coordinator.Participates in developing training programs and is accountable for staff onboarding and training. Responsible for ensuring staff has completed new employee orientation and annual employee competencies.Aids in the annual review and periodic updates of department policies and protocols.May be required to stay past scheduled hours if IR procedures run late. shifts as assigned to meet department needs.Performs equipment checks to ensure all equipment is in working order and there is no damage.Aids in supply management to ensure needed supplies are on hand and available for procedures. Including checking expiration dates.Maintains updated physician preference list for procedures.Communicates and collaborates with physicians, managers, support personnel, and staff regarding technical issues to ensure reliability of results and quality assurance in imaging, hemodynamics and oximetry.Acts as Super User for invasive lab equipment and inventory. Organizes training on new equipment/inventory and maintains training needs of staff.Cross trains and performs as invasive technologist in Cath Lab, EP, and Cath Prep and Recovery as neededFunctions as scrub circulator and monitor technologist during procedures. Assists physician during interventional procedures with complex interventional devices. Processes digital imaging; titles and labels properly, acts as educator to ensure staff can demonstrate ability to view and transfer images. Works closely with Interventional Radiologist and IR Nurses to develop ideal work flows, add new procedures, coordinate education, acquire needed equipment, and coordinate patient care.
Qualifications
Certifications:
Registered in Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT);
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 3 months - American Heart Association (AHA);
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA);
Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA),
Education:
Certificate of Completion: Radiologic Technology; Associate's Degree: Related Field,
Work Experience: Interventional procedure; Rad Tech; Cardiac monitoring
Carle Health Company Overview
Find it here.
Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance - and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.
Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.
Salary Range
The compensation range for this position is $34.19per hour - $58.81per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.
Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
The Lead Radiologic Technologist oversees technical procedures, patient care and work flow in Interventional Radiology (IR) in multiple modalities. Assists the IR physician with procedures performed within the invasive labs, CT, US, and bedside IR procedures, to ensure safe and effective patient care. Performs diagnostic and interventional procedures utilizing various imaging and interventional equipment within the invasive labs and assists with procedures performed in other modalities in which IR procedures are performed.
Responsibilities
Performs all essential functions of the Interventional Radiology Technologist.Serves as a technical resource and subject matter expert for staff, management, and physicians in respective area.Participates in scheduling of department's technical equipment service and/or maintence under the guidance of the Service Line Coordinator.Participates in developing training programs and is accountable for staff onboarding and training. Responsible for ensuring staff has completed new employee orientation and annual employee competencies.Aids in the annual review and periodic updates of department policies and protocols.May be required to stay past scheduled hours if IR procedures run late. shifts as assigned to meet department needs.Performs equipment checks to ensure all equipment is in working order and there is no damage.Aids in supply management to ensure needed supplies are on hand and available for procedures. Including checking expiration dates.Maintains updated physician preference list for procedures.Communicates and collaborates with physicians, managers, support personnel, and staff regarding technical issues to ensure reliability of results and quality assurance in imaging, hemodynamics and oximetry.Acts as Super User for invasive lab equipment and inventory. Organizes training on new equipment/inventory and maintains training needs of staff.Cross trains and performs as invasive technologist in Cath Lab, EP, and Cath Prep and Recovery as neededFunctions as scrub circulator and monitor technologist during procedures. Assists physician during interventional procedures with complex interventional devices. Processes digital imaging; titles and labels properly, acts as educator to ensure staff can demonstrate ability to view and transfer images. Works closely with Interventional Radiologist and IR Nurses to develop ideal work flows, add new procedures, coordinate education, acquire needed equipment, and coordinate patient care.
Qualifications
Certifications:
Registered in Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT);
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 3 months - American Heart Association (AHA);
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA);
Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA),
Education:
Certificate of Completion: Radiologic Technology; Associate's Degree: Related Field,
Work Experience: Interventional procedure; Rad Tech; Cardiac monitoring
Carle Health Company Overview
Find it here.
Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance - and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.
Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.
Salary Range
The compensation range for this position is $34.19per hour - $58.81per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.
Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.