Cath Lab Radiology Tech - Cardiac Cath Lab - FT Days (48374)

Job Summary: The cardiac cath lab radiology technician will function in the application of ionizing radiation for the radiologic diagnosis in accordance with policy and procedure, practicing radiation safety methods at all times. To select appropriate technical factors limiting the need for re-exposure and in accordance within equipment operating guidelines. To effectively operate the angiography table, computer, and equipment.

Service and Quality Standards:

• Service

Is Customer focused

Anticipates customer needs

Adheres to customer service standards

Is Competent, caring and compassionate

Treats coworkers and customers with dignity and respect

Demonstrates competent, caring and compassionate behavior

to customers and coworkers

• People

Is conversation conscious

Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information

Is positive in interactions with others

Is courteous and respectful

Promotes a harassment free environment

Inspires the trust of others

Acts in accordance with hospital policies and code of conduct

• Quality

Is excellent in patient care and service

Demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation

Assists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedback

Is safety conscious

Demonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initiatives

Is involved with improvement efforts

Supports performance improvement

Seeks ways to improve systems and services

Shows commitment to improvement efforts

Meets mandatory educational requirements

• Growth

Is a loyal ambassador

Demonstrates commitment to hospital mission and vision

Is active and involved

Supports hospital initiatives

Champions innovation and supports change

Is a positive role model

Fosters team cooperation

• Finance

Is a good steward of hospital resources

Develops/uses efficient work methods

Is cost effective

Conserves organizational resources

Job Responsibilities:

• Exhibits responsibility for departmental and personal work schedules.

• Supports patient's rights and responsibilities, including respect of cultural and religious diversity.

• Provides age-appropriate and population specific patient care in a safe, skillful, accurate and efficient manner to all populations.

• Maintains current knowledge and practice of hospital and departmental policies and procedures.

• Conducts self in a professional manner.

• Completes documentation accurately and in a timely manner, according to hospital policies and procedures to include computerized documentation and ordering.

• Engages in activities to expand and/or enhance the radiology technician role, which includes integration of research and evidence based practice.

• Provides leadership and autonomy in the professional practice setting and the profession.

• Formulates a plan and identifies individualized patient needs.

• Evaluates progress towards the attainment of the patient's plan of care by participating in a multidisciplinary approach and collaboration of care.

• Follows policy and procedure for environmental cleaning and housekeeping.

Qualifications

Education Requirements and Other Requirements:

Education Level: Formal training in a radiology technology program approved by the AMA. Must be

AART registered and IDNS licensed unrestricted.

Certification/Licensure: Illinois licensed or eligible. BLS & ACLS required, IABP certified within 6 months.

Experience Requirements: Minimum one-year experience preferred.

Working Conditions: Exposure Category I: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes of them, are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.

Physical Activity:

NA 0-25% 26-75% 76-100%

Lift/Carry X

Push/Pull X

Reach Overhead X

Climb X

Squat/Bend/Kneel X

Sit X

Stand X

Walk/Move About X

The most significant duties have been included in this description. Other duties may be assigned and the hospital has the right to modify this job description as needed to accurately reflect assigned duties.