Houston Methodist
Cath Lab Rad Technologist II - FT/Days
Houston Methodist, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Overview
Come lead with us at Houston Methodist Hospital. The Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist II is an experienced, fully competent Technologist with specialized training and knowledge of cardiovascular procedures directly related to the Cardiac Catherization Laboratory. The role is responsible for assisting physicians with highly specialized and complex interventional and therapeutic radiologic procedures including peripheral and coronary angioplasty, stents, rotablators, atherectomy, laser, coronary ultrasound, electrophysiology procedures such as ablations and device implantation. The technologist is a member of the direct patient care team, actively participates and scrubs into Cath Lab cases to assist with the movement and alignment of equipment as well as the control of radiation throughout procedures. The technologist serves as a mentor to Cath Lab Rad Tech I's, Cath Lab RN's and students by utilizing skills and knowledge to help train and educate others. The position requires availability to be on call.
People Essential Functions
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
Service Essential Functions
Performs interventional and therapeutic radiologic procedures including peripheral and coronary angioplasty, stents, rotablators, atherectomy, laser, coronary ultrasound; electrophysiology procedures such as ablations and device implantation, fluoroscopy and cine modalities, and recommends various radiological techniques to maximize best visualization of the patient’s cardiac anatomy.
Actively participates and scrubs into Cath Lab cases to assist with the movement and alignment of equipment as well as the control of radiation throughout procedures.
Provides care for the physical needs of patients by executing various radiologic concepts to maximize performance. Includes positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizes complications or limitations associated with certain procedures. Proactively identifies how to address these for optimum outcomes.
Quality/Safety Essential Functions
Follows radiation safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Properly utilizes patient radiation protection and immobilization during diagnostic procedures. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures. Complies with job, departmental and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.
Ensures all imaging equipment has had QC performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.
Finance Essential Functions
Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
Growth/Innovation Essential Functions
Participates in departmental projects and shared governance activities.
Education
Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below.
Work Experience
At least 3 years experience as a Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist; may consider HM Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist with at least two years Cath Lab experience of which at least one has been with HM.
Licenses And Certifications - Required
ARRT-R – Radiologic Technologist – Radiographer (ARRT) AND
CMRT – Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist – State Licensure – Registration as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT-GC) AND
BLS – Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) AND
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on‑going skills and competency assessments.
Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.
Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co‑workers.
Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including organizing workflow and actively participating in problem‑solving.
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co‑workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
Work Attire
Uniform
Scrubs
Business professional
Other (department approved).
On‑Call
Note that employees may be required to be on‑call during emergencies (e.g., disaster, severe weather events, etc.) regardless of selection below.
On Call: Yes.
Travel
Travel specifications may vary by department.
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area.
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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People Essential Functions
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
Service Essential Functions
Performs interventional and therapeutic radiologic procedures including peripheral and coronary angioplasty, stents, rotablators, atherectomy, laser, coronary ultrasound; electrophysiology procedures such as ablations and device implantation, fluoroscopy and cine modalities, and recommends various radiological techniques to maximize best visualization of the patient’s cardiac anatomy.
Actively participates and scrubs into Cath Lab cases to assist with the movement and alignment of equipment as well as the control of radiation throughout procedures.
Provides care for the physical needs of patients by executing various radiologic concepts to maximize performance. Includes positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizes complications or limitations associated with certain procedures. Proactively identifies how to address these for optimum outcomes.
Quality/Safety Essential Functions
Follows radiation safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Properly utilizes patient radiation protection and immobilization during diagnostic procedures. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures. Complies with job, departmental and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.
Ensures all imaging equipment has had QC performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.
Finance Essential Functions
Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
Growth/Innovation Essential Functions
Participates in departmental projects and shared governance activities.
Education
Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below.
Work Experience
At least 3 years experience as a Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist; may consider HM Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist with at least two years Cath Lab experience of which at least one has been with HM.
Licenses And Certifications - Required
ARRT-R – Radiologic Technologist – Radiographer (ARRT) AND
CMRT – Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist – State Licensure – Registration as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT-GC) AND
BLS – Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) AND
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on‑going skills and competency assessments.
Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.
Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co‑workers.
Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including organizing workflow and actively participating in problem‑solving.
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co‑workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
Work Attire
Uniform
Scrubs
Business professional
Other (department approved).
On‑Call
Note that employees may be required to be on‑call during emergencies (e.g., disaster, severe weather events, etc.) regardless of selection below.
On Call: Yes.
Travel
Travel specifications may vary by department.
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area.
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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