Summary

Radiologic Technologist trained in all aspects of scrubbing and running the Xray equipment associated with all procedures for both the Cardiac Cath Lab and Special Procedures lab.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.

• Scrubbing in for Cardiac Cath Lab and Special Procedures.

• Panning Heart Catheters.

• Evaluates images to assure they possess the density, contrast, detail, and structures to allow the physician to make a diagnosis.

• Performs special procedures radiography using appropriate equipment according to department procedures.

• Procedural areas to be maintained neatly and orderly and prepared throughout the day for examinations with special emphasis at the end of shift. Table and equipment cleaned and ready for next patient. Materials restocked.

• Completes assigned examination within prescribed amount of time according to procedure.

• Reports for duty in a timely manner, in scrubs, ready for patient care.

• Reviews requisition for pertinent information and special requests.

• Positions and preps patients and set up equipment for all procedures.

• Scrubs and assists physician during diagnostic and interventional procedures.

• Reports all unusual reactions or conditions to nurse.

• Uses judgment in providing information based on the situation and is sensitive to individual and organizational concerns.

• Demonstrates willingness to rotate among various shifts or departments to adjust staffing to meet patient care needs.

• Other duties as consistent with this role.

  Job Requirements

  Job Knowledge and Skills

• Explains to and includes the patient in his/her care.

• Competencies to include but not limited to Balloon Pump and Impella.

  Education and Experience

• Current NH ARRT license required

• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification required

• Completion of a certificate or degree course of study in radiologic technology

  An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

  Working Conditions/Physical Demands

  Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.

  Americans with Disabilities Statement

  Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.

  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity.

  Standard of Business Conduct

  Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct.

  Covenant Health Mission Statement

  We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.

  Our Core Values:

  Compassion

  We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.

  Integrity

  We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.

  Collaboration

  We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.

  Excellence

  We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.

  We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status