Cardiac Catheterization Technologist

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

This Position Is Responsible For And Being Proficient In All Aspects Of CT Scanning And Patient Care. Performs A Variety Of Radiologic Procedures At A Technical Level; Assumes Responsibility For Designated Areas Or Procedures As Required. Frequent Contact With Acutely Ill Patients; Exposure To Interventional Procedures, Body Fluids, Radiation.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities

• 1. Patient Education- Explanation Of Exam, Completion Of Intravenous Contrast Worksheet, Take Allergy History.
• 2. Room Preparation, Clean Linen, Loading And Arming Of Power Injector
• 3. Maintain Iv Start Proficiency Per Radiology Nurse Guidelines
• 4. Provide Physical Assistance To Patients On And Off Scanner Table
• 5. Facilitate Patient Flow Including Ability To Prioritize And Add-On Patients As Needed, I.E..- Inpatients, Emergency Room Patients, Urgent Outpatients From Doctors Offices
• 6. Technical Expertise For Acquiring Highest Quality Diagnostic Scans Including Ability To Adjust Technical Factors For Body Habits, Patient Age And Weight.
• 7. Consistently Produces Diagnostic Quality Radiographs By Using Proper Technical Factors And Patient Positioning.
• 8. Completes, In An Accurate And Timely Manner, All Paperwork And Patient Documentation (I.E.-Exam Charging, Patient Insurance, And Maintenance Of Day Log, Pacs And Teleradiology Solutions)
• 9. Accurately annotates ROIs, Measurements, Reconstructions, And Reformations.
• 10. Maintaining Good Communication Amongst Team Members And Other Departments To Maximize Excellent Patient Care.
• 11. Safely Operates All Equipment According To Manufacturer?S Specification And Under Safe Radiation Guidelines.
• 12. Follows All Procedures On Safe Patient Interactions And Body Mechanics.
• 13. Adheres To All Safety Procedures In The Handling Of Hazardous Materials And Blood Borne Pathogens
• 14. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
• 15. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Must be a high school graduate or have a G.E.D. Graduation from an ARRT approved program in radiologic technology.

EXPERIENCE

One (1) To Two (2) Years Experience In Ct Department Preferred. Previous Radiographic Experience Required.

LICENSURE

Must hold a current Connecticut State license in Radiographer. BLS Required.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Must be ARRT (R) and (CT) Registered with the exception of applicants in the cross-training program who would have 10 months after the completion of the cross-training program to obtain their advanced CT Registry.

YNHHS Requisition ID

121516