Special Procedure Technologist, Interventional Radiology

JOB SUMMARY: 

Assists in the performance of diagnostic and therapeutic minimally invasive percutaneous procedures by utilizing radiographic and other imaging equipment. Employs techniques and procedures that are age appropriate, in accordance with, the accepted standards of practice while demonstrating expertise in limiting radiation and laser exposure to patients and other members of the health care team. 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: 

Associate's degree from an approved school of Radiologic Technology or Cardiovascular Interventional Technology program required; or, an ARRT or RCIS graduate from a Cardiovascular Interventional Training program; or two years' work experience in Interventional Radiology or similar modality.

 LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION: 

Registered Radiologic Technologist ARRT (R) or RCIS certification required. BCLS CPR certification required. Advanced certification required within one year of hire date (ARRT CV, CI, or VI). ACLS preferred. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

1. Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building. 
2. Ensures readiness of emergency equipment and supplies. Recognizes and reacts appropriately to potential emergencies. Performs routine analysis on imaging equipment to assure proper working conditions and a minimum of downtime. 
3. Performs or assists in performing procedures and/or diagnostic tests and/or therapeutic exams through understanding of departmental and procedural responsibilities, duties, and accountabilities. 
4. Provides instruction, education and consultation to health care personnel and patients to promote and improve quality patient care and maintains appropriate education/credentials to accomplish work objectives. 
5. Maintains coordination of activities with others to accomplish work objectives through positive and professional interactions. Develops and maintains communication with others to effectively plan and coordinate activities and while keeping others informed of work progress. 
6. Maintains files and compiles records according to procedure as required for accurate and current departmental records and/or reports. 
7. Maintains appropriate education/credentials to accomplish work objectives by being responsible for own professional growth. Seeks out learning opportunities available within the department, organization, and community to increase knowledge and education. 
8. Ensures patient needs are met, promotes excellent customer service, and provides quality care through evaluation of pertinent patient data prior to performance of procedures.
9. Provides technologist coverage for 24-hour emergency Neuro Endovascular and Vascular Interventional services through regular schedules and call/late schedules. 
10. Provides age-developmental appropriate care in accordance with Age/Developmental Specific Guidelines for the age groups served when participating in patient care. 

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Exceptional oral, written, and listening communication skills
• Ability to handle daily stressful environment 
• Supports employees and physicians in critical patient care environment 
• Ability to work independently and prioritize clinical responsibilities 

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is a pre-eminent academic health system based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is part of Advocate Health, which is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is the fifth-largest nonprofit health system in the United States, created from the combination of Atrium Health and Advocate Aurora Health. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s two main components are an integrated clinical system – anchored by Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, an 885-bed tertiary-care hospital in Winston-Salem – that includes Brenner Children’s Hospital, five community hospitals, more than 300 primary and specialty care locations and more than 2,700 physicians; and Wake Forest School of Medicine, the academic core of Atrium Health Enterprise and a recognized leader in experiential medical education and groundbreaking research that includes Wake Forest Innovations, a commercialization enterprise focused on advancing health care through new medical technologies and biomedical discovery.

Wake Forest Baptist Health, Wake Forest University School of Medicine and Atrium Health have joined forces in a strategic combination that will enhance care, transform medical education and create economic opportunity for countless lives in North Carolina and beyond. As a part of that combination, the two health systems will be integrating technology and platforms, including our career sites.