Travel Interventional Radiology Technologist - $2,302 per week at Henry Ford Health System - 47601 Grand River Ave , Ascension Providence Hospital, Novi Campus
Detroit, MI 48228
About the Job
- 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 median, medications, and IV solutions for administration to patients.
- Reviews clinical data on requisition, analyzes anatomical structure of patient, sets up equipment and, following protocols, 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 the adequate supplies such as needles, catheters, etc. are on hand and properly stored.
- Replenishes supplies as appropriate.
- Is one of the team who 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 who are assigned to the division.
- Performs all imaging procedures by demonstrating the principles of radiation protection: may involve shielding of patients, selection of appropriate equipment settings to reduction dose, using other ALARA techniques, etc.
- PACS: resolves any/all image exceptions and ensures high quality image delivery into PACS; including viewing of images into PACS, and confirming image/series counts.
- RIS: completes all study indexing; including study begin, study end, and the completion of the study in the Radiology Information System Reviews and confirms as necessary with Radiologist clinical protocols before preforming study.
- Demonstrates on a consistent basis Team Member Standards of Excellence including: AIDET, open communication, responding in a timely manner, displaying a positive attitude, fostering innovation, respecting diversity, etc.
- Performs Quality Assurance procedures as appropriate Performs all documentation in the medical record as necessary, as well as within the radiology information system to support all clinical and billing functions.
- Performs related functions according to department protocols.
- Utilizes independent judgment in determining appropriate imaging techniques, patient positioning, and safety practices.
Job Details
- Required Skills & Experience: N/A
- Preferred Skills & Experience: N/A
Job Requirements
- Specialty: Radiology Interventional Technologist:F03293
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