Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, 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 exceeding 100,000 annually, 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.

NASH

Other information:
1. Graduation from an accredited school or program of Radiology Technology.
2. RT(R): Current registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
3. Current BCLS certification.
4. Cardiology Interventional Registry is preferred.
117050235

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