Radiologic Technologist - Interventional

Company: CARLE
Location: Danville
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description:

The Registered Radiologic Technologist is a professional care giver who assumes responsibility of patients for a designated time frame and to provide care, specifically in the Heart & Vascular Institute. The patient population consists of those requiring an invasive cardiology or invasive radiology study. The Registered Radiologic echnologist will assist the physician in all procedures and provide a valuable service to the patient and theteam.Administers contrast material (when applicable), according to physician's request, by means of existing IV line or by performing venipuncture and placing IV line; recognizes and responds to hypersensitivity or allergic reactions.All functions and duties will be under the direct supervision of a physicist or dosimetrist.Assists with inventory/supplies.Checks for correct patient and chart identification, diagnosis, and treatment position.Compiles pertinent clinical information pertaining to lab, pathology, etc.Assists in instruction of new staff as necessary.Documents accurately and completely.Explains procedure to patient and provides for patient care- including comfort, support, safety, and confidentiality.Performs all essential functions of the Radiologic Technologist.Performs on call duties and/or work variable shifts as assigned to meet department needs.Able to work around and maintain a sterile field during procedures.Administers and with holds contrast and treatment as appropriate. Assess patients for allergies.Can pull supplies for procedures.Takes call in within 6 months.

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