Clinical Technologist

Responsibilities

Clinical Governance and Management

• To plan and manage the care of individual patient during non-invasive and invasive procedure in a safe and competent manner.
• To assist in the implementation of standards and procedures.
• To maintain current trends in practice and management through formal education and self-development.
• To demonstrate competency in specialised skills.
• To ensure customer satisfaction and follow through quality and services issues.
• To provide information and education to patient and relatives on the pre and post services and procedures.
• To understand the radiology safety policy and comply with it to ensure safety of patients and other personnel at all times.
• To identify and prepare the instruments or equipments required by doctors in the performance of procedures.
• To ensure safety of patient when applying principles and knowledge of contrast media, taking into consideration the contra-indications and history of patient.
• To monitor and evaluate patients response and condition during procedures.
• To escalate pertinent information to physician if patients condition requires.
• To ensure safe handling and familiarization of all medical equipment to avoid incorrect usage.
• To bring to the attention of the seniors, who will determine the nature of the fault, when equipment breaks down or is not working optimally.
• To respond and handle emergency situations in an efficient and calm manner.
• To apply infection control practices and standards.
• To be familiar with Meditech system and ensure compliance in documentation via the appropriate angiography system.
• To work closely with nurses and allied health workers and support staff to ensure patient care is met.
• To perform other assignments as and when required by the Nurse Clinician/ Manager.
• To participate in departmental/hospital projects relating to quality improvement and others to ensure improvement in work processes and quality of work.
  

Finance Management

• To assist in the inventory checks, control and replenishment of consumables and other supplies within the department.
• To ensure correct billing of consumables used and procedures done for patients.
  

Requirements

• Candidates with Nursing background preferred.
• Certificate or Diploma in Medical Technology (Cardiac Technology).
• At least 2 years of clinical experience preferably in diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures.
• Knowledge of hospital policies, work instructions and current trends in cardiovascular practice.
• Possess certification of at least BCLS with or without AED.
• Possess sufficient theoretical knowledge and competent to perform diagnostic and interventional services.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.