DCH Health System

Cath Lab Tech ARRT

DCH Health System  •  Tuscaloosa, AL (Onsite)  •  4 months ago
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Job Description

To perform operations of the radiological equipment and cath lab procedure equipment with expertise and safety, to assist with the care of patients in the cath lab and perform the necessary documentation regarding the patients cardiac procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Operation of radiologic equipment, demonstrating knowledge, and application of scientific principles of radiologic technology.
  • Utilizes knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique in assisting with procedure preparation.
  • Assist in preparation of patients for all procedures including setting up sterile trays; cross trains to scrub role and assist physician, when needed.
  • Assists in performance improvement (PI) activities by serving on PI teams as warranted, assisting with PI measures and supporting and implementing changes necessary for improvement.
  • Performs responsibilities related to departmental charging of procedures and supplies.
  • Assist with other achieving duties.
  • Assist with transportation of patients as needed.
  • Participates in direct patient care; is observant of symptoms and reactions of patients and takes appropriate action as changes occur.
  • Assist with emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patients such as cardiac arrest.
  • Attends in service programs, required training/education and unit/department/service meetings.
  • Aware of radiologic and other safety precautions and needs as they relate to the age of the patient. Specific ages are: adult and geriatric.
  • Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
  • Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
  • Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
  • Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
  • Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
  • All other duties as assigned.

    • Qualifications

    • Radiologic Technologist licensed by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
    • Must cross train to the scrub position.
    • Takes 3-11, 11-7, weekend, and holiday call.
    • Must be able to respond within 20 minutes of a call-out.
    • Must be able to read, write legibly, speak and comprehend English

    Working Conditions

    Physical:

    • Ability to tolerate prolonged periods of standing and walking.
    • Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
    • Able to push stretcher/wheelchair with average adult patient.
    • Able to do frequent stooping and on occasion crouching, crawling, or kneeling.
    • Ability to reach reasonable distances in any direction.
    • Ability to run in emergency situations.
    • Must be able to move fingers in a coordinated manner.
    • Must have ability to feel and perceive temperature, texture, shape and size with fingertips.
    • Physical presence onsite is essential.
    • Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range.
    • Able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

    Environmental:

    • Includes exposure to human body fluids, disease, infection, lab chemicals and hazard material.
    • Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment.

    Medium Work Load:

    • This position requires contact with others including the patients, physicians, coworkers, team members and visitors.
    • There may be times when there is interaction with another person that may be angry or aggressive and help to solve the situation may require requesting assistance of a more qualified individual.
    • Communication may come in the form of electronic mail, face to face, telephone or letters/memos.
    • This individual may be responsible as a team member to answer the department telephone and work in groups or teams.
    DCH Health System

    About DCH Health System

    Based in Tuscaloosa, AL, DCH Health System has been providing quality and compassionate healthcare to the residents of West Alabama. Comprised of DCH Regional Medical Center, Northport Medical Center and Fayette Medical Center, the DCH Health System provides comprehensive services in:

    - Cancer treatment

    - Critical Care

    - Cardiac Services

    - Bloodless medicine

    - Home health care

    - Sleep medicine

    - Occupational medicine

    - Sports medicine

    - Spine/pain care

    - Therapy services

    - Women’s services

    - and much more

    DCH Regional Medical Center has 583 beds and offers a variety of specialty units and advanced services, including cancer, cardiology, robotic and minimally invasive surgery, and the region's most advanced trauma center.

    Northport Medical Center is a 204-bed community hospital that offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient services. The facility also operates the DCH (inpatient) Rehabilitation Pavilion and North Harbor Pavilion for mental health.

    Fayette Medical Center, through a lease agreement with the DCH Health System, is a 61-bed rural hospital that offers the residents of Fayette County inpatient care, along with sophisticated diagnostic equipment, surgical techniques and specialty clinics. A 122-bed nursing home on site is fully accredited and licensed for intermediate and skilled nursing care.

    Our goal is to provide the best health system possible for patients to receive proper care, employees to work efficiently, and physicians to practice medicine for the benefit of everyone.

    Industry
    Healthcare & Social Services
    Company Size
    1,001-5,000 employees
    Headquarters
    Tuscaloosa, AL
    Year Founded
    1923
    Website
    dchsystem.com
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