Interventional Technologist - Special Procedures

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Interventional Radiology Technologist

Special Procedures - Methodist University Hospital

Monday-Friday 8a-430pm (Minimal Call Schedule)Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview
Performs a variety of complex specialized tasks in operating radiographic equipment to perform interventional procedures. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Performs quality radiologic procedures using appropriate technical and safety methods.
• Assists in the development of others through guidance and teaching. Promotes professional practice of all members of the radiological services team.
• Responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
• Effectively manages resources such as supplies and equipment. Plans work and completes job responsibilities in an efficient and productive manner.
• Demonstrates professional work behavior and excellent customer service routinely in all interactions.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - Technical Degree or Diploma Radiology

Work Experience Requirements

• Required - Interventional radiologic technologist, with demonstrated clinical competencies in special procedures 1-3 years

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
• Required - Registered Radiologic Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• Preferred - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers.
• Basic knowledge of radiology information systems (RIS, HIS, and PACS preferred).

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this job, except that the incumbent may occasionally demonstrate various job responsibilities to other Associates. The incumbent will observe and instruct student technologists.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.