Special Procedures Technologist

Primary City/State:

Mesa, Arizona

Department Name:

Angiography-Hosp

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

Up to $15K Sign-On Bonus

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Banner Health has been recognized by Becker's Healthcare as one of the 150 top places to work in health care. In addition, we recently made Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Workplaces 2023 for Diversity.

These recognitions reflect Banner Health's investment in team members' professional development, wellness benefits, and continued education. It highlights our commitment to advocating for diversity in the workplace, promoting work-life balance, and boosting employee engagement.

There is an opportunity available for a Radiology Technologist to join our team at Banner Desert Medical Center. Our state of the art Level 1 Trauma Facility and Radiology department specializes in high level care to patients with multiple complex diseases.

As one of Arizona's largest and most comprehensive hospitals we are recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals.

As Radiology Technologist, you will have the opportunity work in a fast paced and busy department with an average of 250-350 exams in a 24-hour period. You will have the ability to participate in the care of both adult and pediatric patients in many settings that include inpatient, outpatient, Emergency department, OR, Fluoroscopy.

Staff are committed to delivering professional, compassionate care at all touch points throughout their stay. The Radiology technologist will be responsible for identifying the patient, verifying the physician orders, and obtaining high quality radiographs that will assist in the patient's plan of care. Take the next step of your health care journey and join our amazing Medical Imaging department where our team delivers professional and compassionate care.

National and AZ state RT Certification is required. BLS is required. Prior hospital, trauma, and/or pediatrics experience is highly preferred.

Preferred Experience Helpful: IR experience.

Cath lab experience will also be considered. We would be willing to train the right candidate without IR experience. ARRT, BLS required. But New Grads are welcome to apply.

Duties- The Special Procedures Technologist (Interventional Radiology) will support IR procedures as a Specials Technologist, including scrubbing cases, circulating, and c-arm and IR suite operation. Our procedures include, but are not limited to, Vascular Interventions, Central Line Placement, Stroke Thrombectomies, Neuro Interventions, emergent embolization's etc.

We have brand new Philips biplane and monoplane rooms as well as a GE biplane. Prior hospital, IR or Cath Lab experience, highly preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate for the job! We work closely as a team to treat our patients every day.

If you're looking to join a multifaceted, challenging, educational, rewarding team, then we would like to review your application. Take the next step of your health care journey and join our amazing Medical Imaging department where we aim to lead the way in

Shift: Mon - Fri 0700-1730, 4 10's with rotating on call and weekends

Located on an 80-acre campus in Mesa, Arizona, Banner Desert Medical Center is one of Arizona's largest and most comprehensive hospitals and is recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals.

We provide an abundance of exceptional opportunities with more than 600 licensed beds, including over 100 dedicated to children. Areas of excellence include high-risk pregnancy and neonatal care, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, cardiology, oncology and emergency medicine. With 21 operating rooms, we offer a full range of surgical specialties and advanced technology that includes the daVincir Surgical System.

About Banner Children's Hospital at Desert If you desire to provide the best care possible to the most vulnerable patients, come to Banner Children's Hospital at Desert in Mesa, Ariz. Within our 248-bed, state-of-the-art facility, specially trained nurses, physicians and other clinical professionals utilize the most advanced technology - including iCare ICU monitoring and robotic surgery - to provide high quality, child-friendly, family-centered care. Our facilities feature a recently expanded 104-bed NICU, a 24-bed PICU, six pediatric ORs and a 26-bed ED.

We also offer dedicated pediatric rehab, radiology, oncology and hematology capabilities. With clinical diversity, exceptional training programs and a supportive culture, this is a place where you can grow in your career as you help our very special patients.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position performs prescribed specialized radiographic procedures as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1.Performs radiographic diagnostic/interventional special procedures by following and verifying referring providers' orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.

2.Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.

3.Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.

4.Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies. Demonstrates competence in the administration of radiopharmaceuticals and other approved medications.

5.Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance.

Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to radiation safety policies.

6.Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.

7.Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.

8.Independently performs prescribed radiographic procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers:

All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program.

Requires national certification American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and licensure by state regulatory agency if applicable. Advance certification by accrediting body in specialty required if applicable within 18 months of hire (and/or equivalent clinical experience for Cath Lab only). BLS certification.

This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 2 years of experience. Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, analyze data and solve problems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans

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