Angio Techs - Salinas, United States - DIVERSE LYNX LLC

Description

• Performs at least two separate modality diagnostic radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures such as: CT's, angiography of the following areas: neuro, abdominal, chest and extremities. Assists physicians in performing other fluoroscopic procedures as needed.
• Cares for patients during procedures by assisting them to rest rooms, giving them blankets, etc. Prepares patients for their exams.
• Monitors patient condition pre and post-procedure and reports changes in the patient's condition to others for follow-up.
• Transports patients by stretcher, bed, wheelchair, or walking. Provides care for patients during transportation and in the department, if necessary.
• Assists patients by lifting and moving them off and on the x-ray table. Provides bedpans and urinals as needed. Assures that patients are properly dressed for their procedures.
• Performs related duties such as reporting equipment malfunctions, assists others, and special assignments. Cleans work area and replenishes supplies.
• Assists with emergency medical treatment under physician direction.
• Assists with the scheduling of patient exams.
• Attends regularly scheduled department meetings and in-services.
• Technologist may give contrast medias and may flush lines with normal saline contrast/normal saline.
• Under direct supervision of the Radiologist, the technologist may pull Xilocaine for procedure.
• Under direct supervision of the Radiologist, the technologist may use heparinized saline to flush catheters.
• Performs other duties as assigned.