Radiologic Tech - Electrophysiology

Position is for Electrophysiology lab. There is no crossover between Cath lab or Interventional Radiology. Shifts will be 4-10 hour shifts 1 week, 2-10 hour shifts and 1-12 hour shift the following week.

Responsibilities

Proficiently operates angiographic and ultrasound equipment used to perform basic to advanced procedures on inpatients and outpatients; Must perform and be proficient with procedures including carotid stenting, cerebral intervention including embolization, coiling/stenting, angiograms and/or vertebro, kyphoplasty, chemotherapy, thera sphere embolization, adrenal and petrosal sampling, cryo and Radio Frequency (RF) ablation, and/or aortic aneurysm repair, advanced imaging applications, and complex peripheral interventions; Assists with interventional and surgical procedures as a scrub assistant with competent knowledge of equipment and equipment options, while working with attending and resident physicians; Serves as a resource to physicians on procedural equipment options; Monitors patients and alerts staff of life threatening changes in patient status; Applies the defibrillator and performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation when required; Provides assistance with emergency procedures; Identifies and processes images, assuring that images are of diagnostic quality; Assists clinical engineering staff in evaluating digital equipment; Compares requisitions to physician orders to ensure ordered exam accuracy; Post-processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images; Maintains records in accordance with regulatory agencies, enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes; Serves as a technical resource, role model and/or preceptor for students and staff; Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients after procedures; Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling; Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Requirements

Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin; Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months; Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required; Advanced training beyond High School that includes completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology; Typically requires 2 years of experience in an Interventional Radiologic Technologist role; Advanced knowledge in radiology positioning and techniques; Advanced knowledge of basic radiation safety and aseptic techniques; Advanced knowledge of anatomy that includes vascular and/or cerebral; Advanced knowledge of physician protocols and ability to work effectively with diverse providers; Advanced knowledge of embolic and thrombolytic materials, physiologic monitoring equipment, and surgical scrub technique; Proficiency in suturing vascular access sheaths; Ability to work independently; Intermediate computer skills; Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently; Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist; lift up to 20 lbs over the head; carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance; push/pull with 30 lbs of force; perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present; May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; Must have clear speech, vision, and hearing; Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Benefits

Benefits Eligible: Yes; Base compensation listed within the pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program