Henry Ford Health System - 2799 W. Grand Blvd
Detroit, Michigan, United States
Description
- BLS
- ARRT with advanced registry in Cardiac-Interventional Radiography (CI)
- ARRT with advanced registry in Vascular-Interventional Radiography (VI)
- ARRT with advanced registry in Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiography (CV)
Certification Details
- Under the direction of a Radiologist, specializes in the performance of procedures of an invasive nature to aid in the evaluation of pathological entities as prescribed by a physician.
- Explains examination procedure to patients and prepares patient for the examination.
- Obtains additional information about the patient's medical history as necessary.
- Prepares prescribed contrast media, medications, and IV solutions for administration to patients.
- Reviews clinical data on requisition, analyzes anatomical structure of patient, sets up equipment and assists Radiologist in performing complex diagnostic invasive procedures.
- Prepares and sets up sterile equipment, physiological monitors, pressure injectors, and imaging equipment required for the procedure.
- Ensures adequate supplies such as needles, catheters, etc. are on hand and properly stored.
- Replenishes supplies as appropriate.
- Actively assesses the patient condition before, during, and following all procedures.
- Manually controls the equipment to obtain the proper diagnostic information for the area of the body being studied.
- May assist with the training of new personnel and/or students assigned to the division.
- Performs all imaging procedures demonstrating principles of radiation protection including shielding, equipment settings to reduce dose, and ALARA techniques.
- Resolves image exceptions and ensures high quality image delivery into PACS; views images and confirms image/series counts.
- Completes all study indexing in RIS including study begin, study end, and completion of study.
- Reviews and confirms clinical protocols with Radiologist before performing study.
- Demonstrates Team Member Standards of Excellence including AIDET, open communication, timely response, positive attitude, innovation, and respect for diversity.
- Performs Quality Assurance procedures as appropriate.
- Performs all documentation in the medical record and radiology information system to support clinical and billing functions.
- Utilizes independent judgment in determining appropriate imaging techniques, patient positioning, and safety practices.
Job Details
- Must maintain Healthcare Provider certification (BLS).
- Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) with advanced registry in one of the following: Cardiac-Interventional Radiography (CI), Vascular-Interventional Radiography (VI), or Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiography (CV).
- Candidate must have IR vascular experience.
- Candidate must have Epic experience.
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
- Must maintain required hours of continued medical education.
Job Requirements
- Shift: 8am - 4pm; Monday - Friday with a call schedule.
- Hours per day: 8
- Hours per week: 40
Schedule Information
- Required Skills & Experience: N/A
- Preferred Skills & Experience: N/A
Additional Details
Job ID: ba5122c0-6d0faf0cd64c3cb92a3b48b0308037c0
