Interventional Radiologic Technologist - Per Diem

Position DescriptionApplication materials will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until positions are filled. Please allow up to (2) two weeks for processing of application materials (Postmarks and faxes not accepted). The eligible list established by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future permanent or temporary vacancies as they arise. Exam #25/50R19/12SS.Position DescriptionNatividad is seeking to fill a per-diem Interventional Radiologic Technologist in the Interventional Radiology Department. This incumbent performs under supervision, scrubs in and performs specialized and routine diagnostic, interventional, neurovascular, vascular, and radiology procedures and performs other related duties.The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To learn more about the eligibility requirements and the process, be sure to read the Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses section located towards the end of this job flier.Examples of DutiesSIGNIFICANT RESPONSIBILITES OF THE POSITIONCirculates and scrubs in to assist interventional response teams during diagnostic, interventional, neurovascular, vascular, and radiology proceduresAssists physician with invasive diagnostic, interventional and therapeutic procedures using sterile technique and supplies, in the IR suite, operating room and/or bedsideCorrectly obtains and identifies angiographic images utilizing radiation reducing techniques according to best practiceInstructs patient, positions patient and equipment, computes and/or selects technical factors, and obtains images as instructedManipulates and sends images via the Picture Archive Communication System (PACS)Evaluates patient for contra indications after reviewing chart for complete history and evaluating lab work before procedure beginsDocuments the procedure being performed including vital signs, medications being administered, lab results, allergies, all pertinent information regarding patient, and all supplies being used in electronic medical recordAssists with the coordination of transporting patients to and from the Interventional Radiology (IR) suiteCleans and re-stocks IR suite and maintains proper inventory levelsTracks and bills each procedure and associated suppliesExamples Of Experience/Education/TrainingMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSRequired License/Certification: Possession of a valid Radiologic Technologist license issued by the California Department of Public Health or the ability to obtain prior to start and registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). (Please ensure the name on your license/certification matches the name on your application, as all licenses/certifications will be verified via primary source.)SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATEWill have proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:Thorough Knowledge OfInterventional, neurovascular, and vascular proceduresSpecialized diagnostic imaging principles, techniques, methods and equipment relative to angiography proceduresStructural and organic anatomy, both normal and abnormalRadiology principles and practices including anatomy and physiology, radiation protection and physics, and radiographic positioningWorking Knowledge of:Methods of positioning patients for radiographic and specialized diagnostic imaging exposuresScrub procedures, including patient positioning, prep, table set-up, draping, and supply selectionRegulatory requirements regarding Radiologic Technologist and radiation safetyAge specific competency in providing care to the patientSome Knowledge of:The use of office automation equipment, including computers and business software, for communication and productivity purposesSkill and Ability to:Understand physician orders to properly organize necessary equipment, supplies, positioning, and prior patient safety testingPerform all phases of Interventional Radiologic procedures including assisting as an IR scrub technicianOperate all radiology equipment, such as, radiographic machines, radiographic/fluoroscopic machines, Interventional Radiology associated equipment, associated surgical equipment, and image processorsUse professional judgment and critical thinking when performing proceduresRecognize and resolve equipment problems and discrepanciesImmediately be able to recognize and alert the physician operator to serious endovascular complications such as, vessel dissection or perforation, air embolus, wire fractures, balloon rupture, stent or foreign body travel, and/or procedural pseudo aneurysmsPerform hemodynamic stability by correctly performing vessel closure and/or manual compression without compromise of the vesselExamples Of Experience/Education/TrainingAny combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:Experience: One (1) year of experience performing interventional radiology procedures as a certificated Radiologic Technologist.AND Education: Graduation from a certified/accredited American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) program.AND License: Certification as a California Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT), California Fluoroscopy certification, and any one of the following certifications is highly desirable:ARRT Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CV) ARRT Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI) ARRT Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI)Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)Additional InformationCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTNatividad requires that all incumbents pass a pre-employment physical/medical assessment.Natividad will conduct a thorough background and reference check process which includes a Department of Justice fingerprint check.Employees who drive on County business to carry out job related duties must possess a valid Driver License for the class vehicle driven or have the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority.Employees must have and show their original Social Security Card and a valid Driver License or State ID prior to the first day of work (Social Security Card is required for payroll purposes only). Incumbents may be required to work all shifts, including irregular hours, nights, weekends and holidays.Incumbents may be required to work with potentially hazardous and infectious substances.REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS AND SCREENING PROCESS** The screening process is tentative. Should a change be made, applicants will be notified. The competitive process includes:APPLICATION SUBMISSION: A completed Monterey County Application may be obtained from and submitted to the Natividad Human Resources Office, 1441 Constitution Blvd., Bldg. 300, Salinas, CA. 93906, or On-line applications may be submitted at www.natividad.com ; resume and license and/or certifications (if applicable) may be attached to your online application or emailed separately to: SellanAM@Natividad.com . Resumes will be accepted in addition to, but not in lieu of the required application materials. For more information or to obtain regular paper application materials please contact the Natividad HR, 1441 Constitution Blvd.,(831) 783-2700, M - F, 7:30 a.m.- 5:00p.m.QUALIFICATIONS APPRAISAL: All licenses/certificates will be verified via primary source. Completed application materials will be competitively evaluated. Please note: The initial screening for this position uses ONLY the applicant's answers to the Supplemental Questions. Screeners (who are Subject Matter Experts) are not given the application and/or resumes at this point in the process. Therefore, your answers to the Supplemental Questions are critical. The best-qualified applicants will be invited to participate further in the process.QUALIFICATIONS ASSESSMENT: To further assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, this process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercise, performance exam, or physical ability exam.ELIGIBLE LIST: Applicants successful in the Qualifications Assessment process will be placed on an eligible list for possible final selection interview. This eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies.HIRING PREFERENCE FOR VETERANS AND ELIGIBLE MILITARY SPOUSESThe County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses (i.e., surviving spouses of veterans, spouses of totally disabled veterans, and spouses of active-duty service members) and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To obtain a Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application, please visit the Human Resources website or click on the following link: Click Here to View the Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference ApplicationTo apply for veterans’ preference points, veterans or eligible military spouses must complete and email a Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application with supporting documentation of their eligibility by the final filing deadline to: VeteransPreferencePoints@countyofmonterey.govSPECIAL NOTESIf you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Analyst for Natividad at (831) 783-2749.Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States.If you are hired into this classification in a Per-Diem position, your salary range is $60.447-$82.558 per hour and you will not be eligible for the benefits.