SMH IR Neuro Rad Tech

SMH Interventional Radiology Rad Tech

must have Neurosurgery / neuroscience

5-8 hour shifts with room for negotiation at maximum of 4-10 hour shifts.

THERE IS NOT A ROTATING SHIFT SCHEDULE

2-3 call shifts per month along with at least 1 holiday assignment

Client would prefer HCP with interventional radiology experience. For reference, the unit typically train RTs coming from other modalities for up to six months when they start in neuro IR.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

2. Demonstrates competence in selecting exposure factors, positioning and consistently

produces radiologic images of diagnostic quality.

3. Works cooperatively with all members of the department to resolve problems

expediently.

4. Displays flexibility, team spirit, compassion, respect, politeness and accountability when

dealing with customers.

5. Demonstrates awareness of and sensitivity for patient s rights in all interfaces with

patients.

C. AREAS OF EMPHASIS

1. Administers oral contrast as needed per exam.

2. Instructs and prepares patients for radiographic / fluoroscopic examinations and assists

Radiologist during procedures.

3. Demonstrates competence and proficiency in operation if all x-ray equipment, CR and

DR systems.

4. Reports equipment malfunctions to manager or lead.

5. Completes all assigned procedures in a timely manner and uses time between procedures

to department advantage-assisting others, clerical duties, stocking, transporting, etc.

6. Employee understands his / her role on maintaining medication security to authorized

personnel only.

7. Demonstrates competency in providing health care services in own job category to all

age groups.

8. Demonstrates competency in interpersonal relationships to all age groups.

D. DOCUMENTATION / INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

1. Demonstrates competency in the use of Hospital information System (HIS), Radiology

Information System (RIS) and PACS.

2. Participates in hospital performance improvement activities (BPI projects, task forces,

etc.) when warranted.

3. Demonstrate confidentiality using own password and all patient care modules.

4. Answers telephone inquiries of a technical nature from physicians or hospital personnel

in other areas of the hospital while maintaining good phone etiquette.

Requirements :

BLS (American Heart Association ONLY)

Two (2) years experience

Licensing in the state of NY

Required / Desired Skills

Skill

Required / Desired

Amount

of Experience

Technician License (NY ONLY)

Required

Two (2) years experience

Required

BLS (American Heart Association ONLY)

Required

Neurosurgery / Neuroscience Experience

Required

AART

Required

VIR

Nice to have

Questions

No.

Question

Question1

Is HCP able to obtain TB skin test?

Question2

Does this candidate have any RTO? If yes, what are the dates?

Question3

When is the HCP able to start the assignment?