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Description
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.
UNC Health Nash, an affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base, spanning Nash, Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care, we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in healthcare through state-of-the-art facilities and pioneering programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health and wellbeing.
Summary:
Produces angiography studies under the clinical direction of a physician. Takes responsibility for film quality, patient care, safety, sterile technique and
providing education for staff and students. Participates in other necessary activities in support of departmental operations.
Responsibilities:
1. Produces Angiography images and specialized studies to include, but not limited to:
-Obtains history and/or examination data and evaluates for contraindicating conditions;
-Reviews physician's report;
-Scrubs for procedures and sets up sterile fields;
-Administers contrasts by direct injection or IV line;
-Takes and monitors vital signs;
-Applies shielding, supportive and immobilization devices;
-Adjusts and controls equipment;
-Reviews film for clinically acceptable results;
-Recovers and releases patients;
-Prepares room by gathering and setting up equipment, supplies and contrasts.
2. Applies radiation safety guidelines and patient protection guidelines.
3. Provides emotional support, comfort, general assistance and information to patients.
4. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care based on the age of the patients served.
5. Operates and maintains angiography equipment, film processors, computers and other departmental equipment.
Other Information:
Education Requirements
* Graduation from an accredited school or program of Radiology Technology.
License/Certification Requirements
* RT(R): Current registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
* Current BCLS certification.
* Cardiology Interventional Registry is preferred.
Job Details
Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals
Entity: Nash UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: NGH Angiography
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: NASH HC
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
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