Advocate Health
Surgery Hybrid Special Procedure Technician
Advocate Health, Oak Lawn, Illinois, us, 60454
$15,000 sign on bonus for external hires
Full Time
Day shift
Job Profile Summary:
Under the direction of a radiologist, performs special procedures at a technical level requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for special procedures. Assumes responsibilities for designated areas or procedures as required.
Major Responsibilities:
Positioning and immobilization of patient to ensure anatomy or blood vessels being examined are in the correct profile and projection. Independent selection of technical factors to ensure high quality images with the lowest possible dose to the patient.
Participates in and assists in complex interventional procedures such as de-clotting of blood vessels, UFE, Venous ablations, and other peripheral vascular procedures.
Performs procedures with Interventional Radiologists, vascular surgeons, neuro radiologists, neurosurgeons, and other specialists.
Positions patient in proper positions to radiographically demonstrate correct anatomy.
Obtains radiographic DSA and DA images for interventional procedures and transmits all images to PACS for interpretation by the radiologist.
Participates in and assists in the performance of complex interventional endovascular neurological procedures such as aneurysm coiling, stent placement, and other stroke intervention procedures.
Sets up patient on appropriate cardiac and other monitoring systems. Ability to interpret normal ranges on monitoring equipment.
Prepares patient in a sterile fashion for procedures. Maintenance of radiographic equipment and preparation of examination rooms and supplies to provide appropriate room utilization and efficiency.
Assists the radiologist as needed during the performance of angiograms and special procedures.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment by performing minor daily housekeeping tasks contributing to the overall cleanliness of work area.
Uses Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures.
Explains examination to patients and families.
Maintenance of the timely flow of patients in and out of Interventional Radiology lab by assisting with patient care and transportation of patient to and from care areas as required.
Must promote patient safety by reporting issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives.
Maintains positive customer relations following prescribed department policies.
Participates in team problem-solving issues that would improve patient care, department operations, image quality, inter departmental relationships, and employee satisfaction.
Provides information to the radiologist about patient history, previous examinations, contraindications, and other related data.
Accepts emergency calls and accompanying restraints and increased responsibilities.
Maintains inventory supplies to ensure adequate levels when necessary.
Records all pertinent patient information for accurate procedure charging.
Demonstrates excellent communication skills by answering questions from all customers.
Development of leadership skills and professionalism for self through participation in department and/or hospital-based committees and continuing education programs.
Assumes a leadership role in providing instruction and direction to students participating in the clinical program.
Identifies problems and takes steps towards resolution.
Provides instruction and direction to technologists in the performance of specific related duties.
Demonstrates self-direction by identifying learning needs and establishing self-development activities.
Completes all development goals and department in-services and competencies, within timeframe.
Attends and participates in department meetings.
Responsible for operating sophisticated and highly technical radiographic equipment and auxiliary equipment to obtain the highest quality of images for Interventional Radiology.
Understands and develops skills necessary to assist radiologists with intervention devices.
Operates all special procedure equipment correctly and according to safety standards.
Education/Experience Required:
Must have attended an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology and be ARRT registered.
This position requires recognition of needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Ability to perform most interventional radiology procedures usually performed in specials lab with close supervision of the radiologist.
ARRT registered.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Exposed to radiation.
Ability to deal with extremely ill patients.
Ability to communicate with patients.
Ability to adjust to flexible work hours, long hours, overtime hours.
Ability to participate in on-call program and available to department needs with minimal notice.
Ability to do light, medium, heavy lifting.
Ability to stand for long periods of time while wearing a lead apron.
Ability to practice high quality patient care and technical competence.
Ability to work well in a team environment with physicians and nurses.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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Full Time
Day shift
Job Profile Summary:
Under the direction of a radiologist, performs special procedures at a technical level requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for special procedures. Assumes responsibilities for designated areas or procedures as required.
Major Responsibilities:
Positioning and immobilization of patient to ensure anatomy or blood vessels being examined are in the correct profile and projection. Independent selection of technical factors to ensure high quality images with the lowest possible dose to the patient.
Participates in and assists in complex interventional procedures such as de-clotting of blood vessels, UFE, Venous ablations, and other peripheral vascular procedures.
Performs procedures with Interventional Radiologists, vascular surgeons, neuro radiologists, neurosurgeons, and other specialists.
Positions patient in proper positions to radiographically demonstrate correct anatomy.
Obtains radiographic DSA and DA images for interventional procedures and transmits all images to PACS for interpretation by the radiologist.
Participates in and assists in the performance of complex interventional endovascular neurological procedures such as aneurysm coiling, stent placement, and other stroke intervention procedures.
Sets up patient on appropriate cardiac and other monitoring systems. Ability to interpret normal ranges on monitoring equipment.
Prepares patient in a sterile fashion for procedures. Maintenance of radiographic equipment and preparation of examination rooms and supplies to provide appropriate room utilization and efficiency.
Assists the radiologist as needed during the performance of angiograms and special procedures.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment by performing minor daily housekeeping tasks contributing to the overall cleanliness of work area.
Uses Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures.
Explains examination to patients and families.
Maintenance of the timely flow of patients in and out of Interventional Radiology lab by assisting with patient care and transportation of patient to and from care areas as required.
Must promote patient safety by reporting issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives.
Maintains positive customer relations following prescribed department policies.
Participates in team problem-solving issues that would improve patient care, department operations, image quality, inter departmental relationships, and employee satisfaction.
Provides information to the radiologist about patient history, previous examinations, contraindications, and other related data.
Accepts emergency calls and accompanying restraints and increased responsibilities.
Maintains inventory supplies to ensure adequate levels when necessary.
Records all pertinent patient information for accurate procedure charging.
Demonstrates excellent communication skills by answering questions from all customers.
Development of leadership skills and professionalism for self through participation in department and/or hospital-based committees and continuing education programs.
Assumes a leadership role in providing instruction and direction to students participating in the clinical program.
Identifies problems and takes steps towards resolution.
Provides instruction and direction to technologists in the performance of specific related duties.
Demonstrates self-direction by identifying learning needs and establishing self-development activities.
Completes all development goals and department in-services and competencies, within timeframe.
Attends and participates in department meetings.
Responsible for operating sophisticated and highly technical radiographic equipment and auxiliary equipment to obtain the highest quality of images for Interventional Radiology.
Understands and develops skills necessary to assist radiologists with intervention devices.
Operates all special procedure equipment correctly and according to safety standards.
Education/Experience Required:
Must have attended an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology and be ARRT registered.
This position requires recognition of needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Ability to perform most interventional radiology procedures usually performed in specials lab with close supervision of the radiologist.
ARRT registered.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Exposed to radiation.
Ability to deal with extremely ill patients.
Ability to communicate with patients.
Ability to adjust to flexible work hours, long hours, overtime hours.
Ability to participate in on-call program and available to department needs with minimal notice.
Ability to do light, medium, heavy lifting.
Ability to stand for long periods of time while wearing a lead apron.
Ability to practice high quality patient care and technical competence.
Ability to work well in a team environment with physicians and nurses.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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