Local Contract Interventional Radiology Technologist
Fort Smith, AR
HealthTrust Workforce Solution External
5x8 hrs, Days

Facility Info:

Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

7301 Rogers Ave

Fort Smith, AR  72903

Specialty:

IR Tech 

Shift:

9am-5pm 

Job Description

Number of Beds:

Patient Ratio:

Equipment: 

EMR: EPIC

Requirements:

2YRS+ Exp Working in Specialty 

2YRS+ Exp Working Only in Acute Care Setting 

ACTIVE BLS (AHA)

ARRT

RT ® 

Must Have Skills/Experience:  Assist radiologist and/or performing physician in the performance of interventional and special procedures. Provide the patient care essential to the exams. Can perform surgery procedures required by team/shift. Safety/Risk Management: Locates & properly operates oxygen, suction, blood pressure & other essential patient care equipment. Consistently observes patients before, during & after procedures. Makes & uses appropriate immobilization devices. Appropriately transfers patients to/from stretchers, wheelchair's & on/off procedure table, giving care to IV's & other appliances. Safely operates all equipment & immediately reports malfunctions. Locates all emergency switches. Demonstrates understanding of emergency procedures & radiation safety. Assures that all data entered/retrieved from physician orders and/or computer system is accurate. Verifies accuracy prior to procedure. Coordination of Services: Reviews orders for diagnosis & prescriptions. Collaborates with staff members & physicians to assure delivery of optimal patient care at all times. Utilizes resources appropriately, revising department schedule and staff assignments as needed. Performs all procedures according to protocol stated in procedure manual/prescribed by radiologist/physician. Presents completed procedure to radiologist/ physician for interpretation. Keeps all documentation current & available. Follows through with any problem areas.. Evaluates diagnostic procedure for appropriateness and takes corrective measures if needed. Screens for previous procedures. Complex Aspects: Assist radiologist and or performing physician with interventional procedures including routine and emergency procedures. Assists with procedure maintaining sterile technique and sterile fields. Positions and immobilizes patients. Demonstrates ability to perform exams on outpatient, inpatients, ICU, and ER including exams on trauma patients. Obtains appropriate clinical history and documents information. Obtains informed consent if necessary. Correctly obtains and administers contrast materials for patient exams. Timely sends all images to the RIC

HWS Benefits:

Referral Bonus (Up to $500) 

Weekly Pay 

Medical Insurance

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