Cath Lab Rad Tech - PRN

At Houston Methodist, the Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist I position is a Technologist who performs cardiovascular procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. This position assists physicians with interventional and therapeutic cardiac or electrophysiology procedures including but not limited to peripheral and coronary angioplasty, stents, rotablators, atherectomy, laser, and coronary ultrasound; electrophysiology procedures including ablations and device implantation. The Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist I position 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. 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. This position requires availability to be on call. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION * Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below EXPERIENCE * None * One year experience as a Radiologic Technologist with Interventional experience highly preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required * ARRT-R - Radiologic Technologist - Radiographer (ARRT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologist_PSV and * CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV Registration as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT-GC) and * BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and * ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association 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 principles ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 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 cardiac or electrophysiology procedures including but not limited to peripheral and coronary angioplasty, stents, rotablators, artherectomy, laser, and coronary ultrasound; electrophysiology procedures including ablations and device implantation; fluoroscopy and cine modalities, as well as recommending various radiological techniques to maximize best visualization of patient's cardiac anatomy. * Actively participates and scrubs into Cath Lab cases to assist with the movement and alignment of equipment as while 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. * Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic or special procedures, including assisting with sterile technique. 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 departmental 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 a Cath Lab Rad Tech. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE * Uniform: No * Scrubs: Yes * Business professional: No * Other (department approved): No ON-CALLNote that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. * On Call* Yes TRAVELTravel specifications may vary by department * May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes * May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION * Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below EXPERIENCE * None * One year experience as a Radiologic Technologist with Interventional experience highly preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required * ARRT-R - Radiologic Technologist - Radiographer (ARRT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologist_PSV and * CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV Registration as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT-GC) and * BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and * ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association Company Profile: Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital opened in June 2017. This 725,000-square-foot, full-service, acute-care hospital offers many of the same services as our flagship hospital in the Texas Medical Center. Also, on the beautiful hospital campus, located at the intersection of Interstate 45 and Texas State Highway 242, are two medical office buildings, which include a Breast Care Center; Cancer Center; infusion center; heart and vascular services; neurology; orthopedics and sports medicine; rehabilitation services; wellness services; an outpatient laboratory; and several other multispecialty physician practices. In January 2022, Houston Methodist The Woodlands opened Healing Tower - a $250 million expansion project that added 106 beds, focused on medical-surgical and women's services, and provided nine operating rooms. The project also included the expansion of the endoscopy center, emergency department and diagnostic imaging department with an enhanced neurodiagnostic and interventional center. 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