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Functions under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator, Chief Tech, or Dept. Manager. The interventional special procedures technologist assists with providing safe, age-appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures. The technologist has the knowledge and ability to safely perform diagnostic and interventional procedures. He/she is responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative in the utilization of the equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases. The technologist is able to independently perform job functions. He/she sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure. The interventional tech 4 functions independently in the Interventional Radiology (IR), Vascular Hybrid, and Neuro-interventional setting and participate in the interventional call rotation.
Clinical Skills
* Completion of VI competencies
* Able to use critical thinking skills
* Work in conjunction with radiologists/ vascular surgeons/ cardiologists/neurosurgeons
* Preps the patient for procedure
* Demonstrates and understands sterile technique
* Prepares necessary supplies and equipment for procedure
* Enters appropriate charges for supplies and procedure CPT Codes
Job Responsibilities
* Must be flexible with hours to meet departmental needs
* Able to work scheduled and On-Call hours
* Knows existing lines of communication and authority
* Handles communications properly
* Introduces self to patient and/or guardian utilizing proper scripting ie. AIDET
* Transports patients as needed
* Provides privacy and comfort for patient/customers
* Assists with maintenance of departmental records, Joint Commission standards, State and Federal Regulations and performance Improvement.
* Completes necessary paperwork
* Answers departmental phone using proper scripting
* Maintains stock levels and outdates
* Maintain current License and BLS/ACLS certifications
* Assist in in-service/training for other medical staff as appropriate
* Works as a team with other VI staff to obtain the best possible outcome.
* Performs any other duties as needed when asked by leadership
Quality and Patient Safety
* Verifies patient ID using 2 patient identifiers, i.e. Armband, DOB, verbal identification
* Verifies Written Order and Consent, seeks clarification if order or consent unclear.
* Uses and understands preprocedural verification/ time out completion
* Understands and complies with site/ side marking when indicated
Patient Education
* Responsible for patient, family/support system education
* Provide post procedural home care instructions as needed
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
Additional certification in Cardiovascular or Vascular Intervention Upon Hire Preferred
Minimum 4 years minimum interventional neuro experience Required or
Minimum 2 years cardiology with 2 year of combined neuro experience. Required
Competency in all aspects of IR, Vascular, and Neuro Interventional procedures, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection. High
Required special/advanced procedure registry as outline above. High
Must understand anatomy and pathology as well as how they affect the quality of a procedure. High
The individual must be able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and display a positive attitude. High
Must be able to function independently in the IR, Vascular, and Neuro interventional setting and function independently in an on-call rotation. High
Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
At Wellstar Health System, our mission is to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care, inclusive culture and world-class doctors and caregivers, Wellstar is one of the largest, most integrated healthcare systems in Georgia.
Our specialists and primary care providers work in a multidisciplinary environment with nearly 30,000 diverse team members throughout our hospitals, health parks and medical offices. Communities can also access our outpatient centers, a pediatric center, nursing centers, and hospice and home care services. We’re proud to be home to the second-largest Emergency Department in the country, as well as being the only system in Georgia operating multiple trauma centers.
We’re also known for our exceptional work culture, featured on the Great Places to Work®, Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and the Seramount Best Company for Multicultural Women® lists. We continue to attract the best and the brightest in healthcare.
At a time when our industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding expectations from our patients and team members, while transforming healthcare delivery. We stand behind our values to serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice.
