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At Emory Healthcare, we integrate science and caring to change the face of health care. Our team members are courageous individuals who are willing to challenge the status quo and help find solutions to complex problems. We’re empowered to influence change for, and with, our patients, their families, the community and each other.

As one of the leading academic medical systems, we’re eager to share what we learn with hospitals around the country, and the world. We’ve got the backing, knowledge, experience and permission to lead the way in developing new and better approaches to preventing and treating disease, and our patients get treatments years before anyone else.

We’re defining a new standard of care for humankind. Are YOU ready to join us?

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Provides quality care to patients receiving diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures.

• Operates interventional radiologic and specialty equipment including ultrasound units and endoscopy units to produce high quality radiographs (x-rays) for diagnostic and invasive procedures in the interventional suite and operating room.

• Communicates patient's needs and response through appropriate verbal and written communications.

• Negotiates win-win solutions to situations as appropriate. Ensures documentation is complete and accurate regarding all aspects of patient care.

• Responsible for proper operation of imaging and specialty equipment as well as keeps abreast of uses of medical devices.

• Regularly assumes responsibility and provides direct care for the more complex patients.

• Provides assistance to colleagues in recognizing, interpreting, and managing unstable patient care situations. Provides quality care to patient during procedures; prepares patients for procedure with proper sterile technique.

• Takes precautions to minimize patient and staff exposure to radiation.

• Assists with patient and family education.

• Functions independently, can coordinates in Clinical Specialist's absence.

• Precepts one health care provider/year when applicable for new staff and students.

• May support or assist in research and related activities. Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology.

• Current ARRT licensure. also must have a minimum of three (3) years experience with two (2) years in IR.

• Advanced certification in VI is required.

• BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks

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Division Emory Univ Hosp-Midtown

Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30308

Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta

Department EHM Interventional Radiology

Job Type Regular Full-Time

Job Number 69214

Job Category Imaging & Radiology

Schedule 8a-4:30p

Standard Hours 40 Hours

Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.