Radiologic Technologist - Heart & Vascular Institute

Overview
The Registered Radiologic Technologist is a professional care giver 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.
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Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Education Level
Field of Study
Associate's Degree
Related Field
Or
Certificate of Completion
Radiologic Technology
Licensure/Certification Requirements
Licenses/Certifications
Registered in Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
And
Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
And
And
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year - American Heart Association (AHA)
Specialized Knowledge and Skills Requirements
Capacity to learn and retain information regarding patient care and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively, follow directions, and complete detailed work accurately. Demonstrates compassion and caring in dealing with others. Manual dexterity to handle small supplies.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Administers contrast material (when applicable), according to physician's request, by means of existing vascular access point; 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 according to established policies and procedures.
Explains procedure to patient and provides for patient care- including comfort, support, safety, and confidentiality.
Performs all essential functions of the Radiologic Technologist.
Performs on call duties and/or work variable shifts as assigned to meet department needs.
Department Specific Job Function
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 call in within 6 months.
Cardiac Cath Lab work including left heart cath, with/without coronary stenting, right heart cath, pericardiocentesis, and vascular access under sterile procedure.
Structural Heart Procedures to include TAVR, Watchman, Mitraclip, Triclip, ASD/PFO and CardioMEMs.
Hybrid Peripheral Vascular work in coordination with vascular surgery to include EVAR, TCAR, and TEVAR.
Adjunctive tools to complete the above procedures including but not limited to ICUS, FFR/iFR, Lithotripsy, Laser, Rota, Impella, IABP, OCT, and CTO.
About Us
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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.
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Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $30.72per hour - $52.84per 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 .