Interventional Radiology Technologist - Atlanta, United States - Emory Healthcare/Emory University

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Description

• Provides quality care to patients receiving diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures.
• Operates interventional radiologic and specialty equipment including ultrasound units and endoscopy units to produce high quality radiographs (x-rays) for diagnostic and invasive procedures in the interventional suite and operating room.
• Communicates patient's needs and response through appropriate verbal and written communications.
• Negotiates win-win solutions to situations as appropriate.
• Ensures documentation is complete and accurate regarding all aspects of patient care.
• Responsible for proper operation of imaging and specialty equipment as well as keeps abreast of uses of medical devices.
• Regularly assumes responsibility and provides direct care for the more complex patients.
• Provides assistance to colleagues in recognizing, interpreting, and managing unstable patient care situations.
• Provides quality care to patient during procedures; prepares patients for procedure with proper sterile technique.
• Takes precautions to minimize patient and staff exposure to radiation.
• Assists with patient and family education. Functions independently, can coordinates in Clinical Specialist's absence.
• Precepts one health care provider/year when applicable for new staff and students.
• May support or assist in research and related activities.
• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• Current ARRT licensure. also must have a minimum of three (3) years experience with two (2) years in IR.
• Advanced certification in VI is required.
• BLS certification required.

Additional Details
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks


ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks.

Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to:

Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required.

Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks


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Division _Emory Univ Hosp-Midtown_


Campus Location _Atlanta, GA, 30308_


Campus Location _US-GA-Atlanta_


Department _EHM Interventional Radiology_


Job Type _Regular Full-Time_


Job Number _127378_


Job Category _Imaging & Radiology_


Schedule _7:30a-4p_


Standard Hours _40 Hours_

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