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Marion County Public Health Department

Interventional Radiologic Tech - Short Term Contract

Marion County Public Health Department, Welcome, South Carolina, United States,


Interventional Radiologic Tech - Short Term Contract

Date:

Jul 11, 2024Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46202Organization:

HHCSub-Division:

HospitalSchedule:

Full TimeShift:

DaysEskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 333-bed hospital and outpatient facilities both on and off of the Eskenazi Health downtown campus including at a network of Eskenazi Health Center sites located throughout Indianapolis.FLSA Status : NonexemptOpportunity Overview : As a Short-Term Assignment Interventional Radiologic Technologist, you will perform special diagnostic radiographic procedures on designated parts of the body as required by physician orders. This position assumes responsibility for care and safety of patients’ underlying interventional procedures, and cardiac catheterization examinations. Orientation is provided to ensure comfortability of working in a familiar environment while simultaneously learning more about the culture of Eskenazi Health and our opportunities. This position proactively models Eskenazi Health values contributes to its mission: Advocate, Care, Teach and Serve with special emphasis on the vulnerable population of Marion County.Schedule Committment : The short term contract is a 13 week commitment, at the end of the contract there is the potential to renew or join our team in a fulltime or PRN capacity. The position is scheduled 8:00am-4:30pm; Mon-Fri. This position does have a call requirement. When on call, you must be within a 30-minute response window. Call requirements are based on amount of staff in designated call pool. Call days and Weekends are divided evenly between staff. Contractor staff may be asked to pick up additional call based on PTO and permanent staff availability. Call ranges from 4:30 pm – 8 am Monday through Friday and 7 am – 7 am on Saturday and Sunday.Am I Qualified : Graduation from an ARRT approved Radiologic Technology Program. Bachelor’s degree in interventional radiology is preferred in addition to experience requirements. Minimum of two (2) years previous working experience in interventional radiology or cardiac catheterization.ARRT registered which includes compliance with professional CEU requirementsLicensed with the State of Indiana as a Radiologic TechnologistMaintains and shows proof of current CPR CertificationWhat We Offer and Questions : We strive to create a flexible and realistic work-life balance by providing the following:Competitive compensation Opportunities for further growth and developmentSeven Major holidays paid at double timeA culture of caring not only for patients/family members but also for our staffEssential Functions and Responsibilities

Performs special diagnostic radiographic procedures on designated parts of the body as required by physician ordersSelects proper exposure factors for radiographic equipment for each examinationDetermines appropriate equipment for use, i.e. pressure injectors, pressure monitor, mapping system, other imaging equipment.Utilizes protective shielding, immobilization and supportive devices when requiredAssumes responsibility for care and safety of patients while they are undergoing interventional procedures in the labs.Assists Radiologists/Cardiologists during special procedures and cardiac catheterizationsProvides emotional support to patients and keeps them informed regarding what they will experience during the procedure.Participates in the instruction of AS and BS students rotating through departmentFollowing HIPAA requirements, prepares digital images for providers outside of the Eskenazi Health systemMaintains supplies required for radiographic rooms, such as contrast media, pharmaceuticals, etc.Keeps rooms adequately stocked, and equipment clean; adheres to infectious control policies in maintaining a semi-sterile environmentPrepares equipment to be sent to CSR for sterilizing procedures (i.e., wrapping, cleaning, labeling).Prepares procedure trays for interventionists prior to all exams. Alters activities to reflect/ensure adequate care appropriate to the age of patients served (i.e., adolescent, geriatric, pediatric, neonatal, adult) as described in the area/unit age-specific and/or job specific competenciesTakes call shifts to provide coverage during non-working hours

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