NEURO RADIOGRAPHER PRN-NEURO INTERVENTION
Company: Cooper University Health Care
Location: Camden
Posted on: October 29, 2024
Job Description:
About us At -Cooper University Health Care, -our commitment to
providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our
extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical
innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities,
equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a
commitment to our employees by providing competitive rates and
compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs,
attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore
a career opportunity by offering professional development.
-Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of
choice in South Jersey. Short DescriptionNeuro Radiographer will
support the expanding technology needs of complex Neurosurgery and
Neurologic diagnostic and intervention procedures in the Neuro lab
and hybrid Surgical suite. Otorhinolaryngology (and other services
as needed) cases in the operating room.This clinical / technical
position will be hands on with the multiple imaging / navigations
systems (Brain lab, Stealth, Fusion, Vison Sense, VTI) used to
guide surgeons in complex head and spine procedures as well as
ultrasound and injector technology used for Vascular and Neurologic
diagnostic procedures and interventions. The Technologist will
assess technology needs for the day related to CPT codes and
procedures scheduled and ensure equipment readiness. They will
proactively manage schedules, identifying needs and conflicts for
technology. Pre procedure activities will include, pulling or
loading of images into the systems so they are available as
reference during the procedure. Intra-procedural activities include
and are not limited too, operating specialized equipment,
familiarity of specialized supplies for use in diagnostic and
interventional procedures Post procedure activities will include
the movement of data from the navigation system, management of
equipment within the physicial space. - folders, database, etc. -
The technologist is responsible for monitor inventory and
replacement of specialized - supplies The technologist role
contributes to successful execution and has a significant impact on
surgical, diagnostic and interventional procedures including,
assisting in troubleshooting and use of complex equipment
intraoperatively thereby allowing surgeon to remain focused on the
patient; performing post procedure processes also allowing the
surgeon to remain with the patient, minimizing scheduling
conflicts, and decreasing delays due to parallel processing
-Responsibility
- Operates radiology equipment using proper techniques and
patient positioning to produce high quality images
- Maintains radiology equipment and troubleshoots service
problems and makes necessary service calls and communicated any
issues to incoming staff
- Greets patient, identifies self and interacts with patient to
gain trust and insure patient support . - Explains procedures to
patient prior to exam --- Performs procedures consistent with
section protocols Monitors patient status, tolerance, well-being,
and safety throughout and after procedure --- Always verifies
patient identity prior to exam and insures preparation of room for
procedure prior to patient arrival --- Aids radiologists, doctors
and other UPHS team members in completing procedures according to
applicable protocol --- Responds to emergency situations according
to department/hospital policies --- Ensures patient safety using
binders and safety aides at all times
- Performs quality assurance testing consistent with section
protocol
- Operates ancillary equipment needed to perform examination and
take care of patients needs
- Stays current with new technology and procedures consistent
with section protocols
- Responsible for supporting neurosurgery and ENT operating room
cases that utilize the Stealth - and Brain Lab Systems -, Fusion,
Vision Sense and VTI
- Set up neuro/oto cases by loading and merging of images in
multiple systems and pre use check of all imaging equipment
- Intraoperatively, this position will perform registration
routines (computerized mapping of the surgical site). After
registration, the tech will merge the mapping with the previous
scans to complete the imaging plan. --- Saves and maintain the
repository for stealth scans, download and maintain a database of
videos and images from the microscope, O-arm and multiple
navigation systems, and edit images/ videos as needed. --- Performs
post processing for all angio/ interventional procedures and
maintains appropriate data storage
- Ability to troubleshoot and assistant surgeons with technical
issues related to the systems and the case Overview Cooper's
Neuroscience Unit is a 16 bed ICU paired with a state-of-the-art
Neuro Interventional Suite, that together form an integral part of
Cooper Comprehensive Stroke Center. Our nurses provide expert
neurological care in both settings to ensure seamless continuity of
care for our patients across a wide range of neurological
diagnoses. With the most advanced technology and providers, Cooper
expands capabilities to care for neurological patients 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week. The healthcare professionals take tremendous
pride in teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration. In addition,
we provide outreach to bring stroke and neurological education to
improve community health.Experience RequiredLooking for individuals
that have - more than 1 year of Neuro Radiographer experience -0-2
years experience requiredExperience in scrubbing and assisting
physician in the performance of Neurovascular
InterventionsEducation RequirementsHigh School/GED and Associates
degree-Graduate of AMA approved program for Diagnostic Radiology
-License/Certification RequirementsBLS certification from American
Heart Association required, American Registry Radiology Tech
license required, NJ Radiology Tech License required
-Skills/Qualifications:
- Proficient in multiple imaging, ultrasound and neuro navigation
systems, such as Siemens, Sonosite, Power Injector, Brain lab,
Stealth, Fusion, Vison Sense, VTI. Navigation systems are used to
guide surgeons in complex head and spine procedures.
- Communication - Ability to communicate with patients, visitors
and coworkersSpecial RequirementsPRN , varies
Keywords: Cooper University Health Care, Camden , NEURO RADIOGRAPHER PRN-NEURO INTERVENTION, Other , Camden, New Jersey
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