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Adventist Health · 2 months ago

Special Procedures Technologist - Cath Lab, Full Time, Variable Shift

Lodi, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Adventist Health is a leading healthcare provider in San Joaquin County, and they are seeking a Special Procedures Technologist for their Cath Lab. The role involves performing and assisting with cardiac and vascular radiographic examinations and interventional procedures using advanced equipment to aid in diagnostic evaluations.

Elder CareHealth CareHospitalMedicalNon ProfitWellness

No H1B

Responsibilities

Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular system (Angio cardiograms), during cardiac catheterization, to aid physician in diagnostic evaluation and treatment: positions and immobilizes patient on examining table, using head and shoulder braces and following specified protocols

Assists physicians with specialized procedures, including special exams. Enters technical factors determined by protocol such as amount and quality of radiation beam, and specified filming sequence, into computer. Raises and lowers examining table and manipulates and positions x-ray tube in response to instructions from physician. Starts automatic injection of contrast medium into blood vessels of patient. Activates fluoroscope and motion picture camera (cinefluorography) to produce images that assist physician in guiding catheter through cardiovascular system of patient

Provides patients with procedure explanations in preparation for exams and provides clear discharge instructions. Observes gauges, recorder, and video screens of multichannel data analysis system that indicates blood pressure, cardiac output, and respiration, during imaging of cardiovascular system. Alerts physician to changes in patient responses

Monitors and controls environmental factors, like temperature, humidity and electrical safety. Assists physician in interventional procedures, such as instilling enzymes or inserting balloon in blood vessels to remove plaque or other blockage

Maintains accurate and updated documentation, adhering with program standards

Performs other job-related duties as assigned