Atrium Health
Special Procedures Technologist- Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center IR - FT
Atrium Health, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Special Procedures Technologist – Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center IR
This full‑time, day‑shift position is located at Atrium Health’s Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) in Charlotte, NC. The technologist will assist in all invasive angiographic and interventional radiology procedures, performing total patient care during and after procedures.
Department:
Carolinas Medical Center – Radiology: Special Studies
Status:
Full Time
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule:
Weekdays
Pay Range:
$34.90 – $52.35 per hour
Atrium Health’s Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) is the flagship hospital of Atrium Health, offering a full range of services and serving as a Level 1 trauma center and an approved transplant center. It is a recognized academic medical center with residency programs and research.
Major Responsibilities
Performs specialized radiography and fluoroscopic coverage of interventional and angiographic procedures under the direction of a physician.
Explains the procedure to the patient and preps the patient for the procedure.
Obtains medications, radiopharmaceuticals, or contrast materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist, or registered nurse.
Circulates during the procedure and maintains responsibility for patient comfort.
Provides supplies necessary for diagnostic and therapeutic invasive procedures.
Removes catheters/sheaths and applies direct pressure or clamp as appropriate.
Provides necessary report information to the holding area or nursing unit as needed.
Records and processes hemodynamic reports, contrast media records and charges promptly and accurately.
Communicates equipment malfunctions to leadership or department engineer for repairs.
Requirements
Education:
Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT recognizes in Radiologic Technology. Completion of an accredited Radiology Interventional Program required or an ARRT/RCIS graduate from a Cardiovascular Interventional Training Program.
Certification / License:
Registered and certified by the ARRT or RCIS required. CPR certification required.
Work Experience:
Must meet all required elements of competency checklist for level.
Physical Requirements:
Standing and walking while wearing 10 to 15‑pound lead radiation protection aprons. Exposure to radiation, secretions and blood. Confined working area. Normal vision, manual dexterity and good eye and hand coordination is necessary to operate equipment. Constant concentration required during procedures.
Preferred:
1 year diagnostic and 1 year interventional. ACLS preferred.
Benefits and Compensation
Base compensation listed within the pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
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.
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Department:
Carolinas Medical Center – Radiology: Special Studies
Status:
Full Time
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule:
Weekdays
Pay Range:
$34.90 – $52.35 per hour
Atrium Health’s Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) is the flagship hospital of Atrium Health, offering a full range of services and serving as a Level 1 trauma center and an approved transplant center. It is a recognized academic medical center with residency programs and research.
Major Responsibilities
Performs specialized radiography and fluoroscopic coverage of interventional and angiographic procedures under the direction of a physician.
Explains the procedure to the patient and preps the patient for the procedure.
Obtains medications, radiopharmaceuticals, or contrast materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist, or registered nurse.
Circulates during the procedure and maintains responsibility for patient comfort.
Provides supplies necessary for diagnostic and therapeutic invasive procedures.
Removes catheters/sheaths and applies direct pressure or clamp as appropriate.
Provides necessary report information to the holding area or nursing unit as needed.
Records and processes hemodynamic reports, contrast media records and charges promptly and accurately.
Communicates equipment malfunctions to leadership or department engineer for repairs.
Requirements
Education:
Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT recognizes in Radiologic Technology. Completion of an accredited Radiology Interventional Program required or an ARRT/RCIS graduate from a Cardiovascular Interventional Training Program.
Certification / License:
Registered and certified by the ARRT or RCIS required. CPR certification required.
Work Experience:
Must meet all required elements of competency checklist for level.
Physical Requirements:
Standing and walking while wearing 10 to 15‑pound lead radiation protection aprons. Exposure to radiation, secretions and blood. Confined working area. Normal vision, manual dexterity and good eye and hand coordination is necessary to operate equipment. Constant concentration required during procedures.
Preferred:
1 year diagnostic and 1 year interventional. ACLS preferred.
Benefits and Compensation
Base compensation listed within the pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
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.
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