Endovascular Radiologic Technologist II - Days - Full-Time
Company: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital
Location: Magnolia
Posted on: October 11, 2024
Job Description:
At Houston Methodist, the Endovascular Radiologic Technologist
II position is an experienced, fully competent Radiologic
Technologist who performs highly specialized radiological
procedures involving complex imaging equipment and techniques to
produce quality images to diagnose and treat medical abnormalities.
This position assists physicians with therapeutic procedures that
encompass vascular, neurological, spinal, and multi organ
interventions from diagnostic examinations such as angiography and
venography to complex treatments of stroke, aneurysms, embolization
of hemorrhages or tumors of any area of the brain and body,
catheter placements for drains or arterial infusions, and other
image-guided interventions that are adjunct to OR procedures. A
member of the direct patient care team, the Endovascular Radiologic
Technologist II position actively participates and scrubs into
vascular and interventional cases to assist with the movement and
alignment of equipment and control of radiation throughout
procedures. This position serves as a mentor to Endovascular
Radiologic Tech I's, Endovascular RN's, residents, and students by
utilizing skills and knowledge to help train and educate others.
The Endovascular Radiologic Technologist II position works
independently in two or more areas of Endovascular to include Dunn
OR and outside HMH vascular/interventional departments, exercising
sound judgment and executing above average clinical skills on
challenging diagnostic procedures and patient care situations. This
position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to radiation
standards and guidelines established by radiology agencies to
ensure optimal patient safety and customer service and 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. Collaborates with all members of the
patient care team by actively communicating results and reporting
pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive
manner.
- Orients, guides and mentors team members consisting of
Endovascular Tech I's, Endovascular RN's, students, and support
staff to help build confidence and competency in skills, knowledge
and abilities.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs highly specialized radiological procedures involving
complex imaging equipment and techniques to produce quality images
to diagnose and treat medical abnormalities. Works independently in
two or more areas of Endovascular to include Dunn OR and outside HM
vascular/interventional departments exercising sound judgment and
executing above average clinical skills on challenging diagnostic
procedures and patient care situations.
- Assists physicians with therapeutic procedures that encompass
vascular, neurological, spinal, and multi organ interventions from
diagnostic examinations such as angiography and venography to
complex treatments of stroke, aneurysms, embolization of
hemorrhages or tumors of any area of the brain and body, catheter
placements for drains or arterial infusions, and other image-guided
interventions that are adjunct to OR procedures.
- Actively participates and scrubs into the Endovascular 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. This includes
positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical
factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging
results and recognizes complications/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.
- Reports -near misses - and inputs errors promptly into
documentation system to improve processes and identify trends.
Contributes to identification of corrective actions and improvement
activities and contributes to meeting department and hospital
targets for quality and safety.
- 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.
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and
prioritize daily tasks.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Participates in department projects and shared governance
activities.
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline
competencies with a focus on continual development as an
Endovascular Radiology Tech II.
- Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by
engaging students and co-workers (Endovascular Special Procedures I
and Endovascular RN's) in learning opportunities that are valuable
and in alignment with business objectives.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the
employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job
duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise
job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing
body for the required credential(s) indicated below
- Bachelor's degree preferred
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Three years' experience as an Endovascular/Special Procedures
Technologist I; may consider HM Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist II
with three years' experience
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) OR
- CMRT-Temp - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist -
Temporary State Licensure AND
- BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA) AND
- ARRT-VI - Radiologic Technologist - Vascular Interventional
Radiography (ARRT) AND
- RCIS - Registered Cardiovasculoar Invasive Specialist (CCI)
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 work flow 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
principlesSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform No
- Scrubs Yes
- Business professional No
- Other (department approved) NoON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless
of selection below.
- On Call* YesTRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area NoCompany
Profile:Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in
the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's ninth
hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology
available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our
opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the
rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped
with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID,
many of them designed to make patient communication with
physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in
any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully
operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties
opening in 2024.Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer
inclusive of women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.Equal
Employment OpportunityHouston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept
to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will
not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person
employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis
of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or
other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor -
priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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