Phillips Telemetry Monitors, Meditech Documentation

4 weekend shifts/mo

Advanced skills needed: PA catheter and hemodynamic monitoring; IABP; Impella; CRRT experience preferred

Min of 2 years of experience within specialty.
Required AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS & RRT Cert (NBRC)

• Patient Ratios : 1-2
• Unit staffing description- (unit secretaries and tech availability) :  Unit Secretary and scrub tech, dedicated CRNA & midwife in-house 24/7, OBGYN on call
• Type of equipment :
• Documentation system: CPN and Meditech
• Scheduling requirements: 4 weekend shifts/month
• Floating policy: can float to m/b or outside department to task
• Patient Experience requirements: Remain above 75%

• Certifications: RN, ACLS, BLS, NRP. Fetal monitoring

Advanced skills needed: Spinning babies helpful, STABLE also helpful

Procedures performed on unit:  circulating in OR, IUPC, FSE, MgSO4, pp hemorrhage- JADA system, nitrous oxide

Operates computerized tomography equipment to produce films of designated portions of the human body for neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Collects pertinent medical information and reviews physician’s order to identify reason for examination and potential contraindications.

2. Explains procedure to patient and ensures consent form is signed if required for examination.

3. Positions patient, administers oral or intravenous contrast as required. Monitors patient reaction and responds to adverse reactions with emergency procedures as necessary.

4. Selects equipment parameters and logs pertinent information.

5. Performs scanning procedure. Modifies parameters as required to improve visualization of desired anatomy.

6. May assist physician with biopsy and aspiration procedures, practicing sterile technique as required. Sets up sterile trays with all supplies and instruments required for procedures. .

7. Organizes images, performs the scan and transfers exam to PACS system.

8. Provides assistance with transportation of patients to and from Emergency Room and Inpatient areas.

9. Responsible for ensuring communication to radiologist regarding Acute Stroke patients and certifying compliance with Acute Stroke protocols.

10. Enters patient charges into computer.

11. Performs minor maintenance and repairs on Computerized Tomography (CT) equipment. Refers other problems to the Computerized Tomography (CT) Supervisor.

12. Assists in orienting and training personnel as necessary.

13. Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or employee/patient/visitor injury-accident to Manager.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 In addition to the duties above, the CT/Diagnostic Tech have the following job responsibilities:

1. Performs myelograms, venograms, arthrograms, and other studies requiring intravenous or Sudbury injection of contrast medium.

2. Assists physicians with studies. Delivers intravenous medication under direct supervision of physicians.

3. Regularly performs the duties and responsibilities of the Radiologic Technologist. Performs routine radiographic examinations in accordance with specific operating instructions and safety standards.

4. Assesses patient condition throughout procedure and observes for adverse reactions. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations according to departmental procedures.

5. Must be able to work in a team environment. May be asked to work in another department as needs dictate.