Neuro Interventional Radiologic Technologist

This specialty certified technologist assists in the performance of diagnostic, interventional and therapeutic radiologic and ultrasonic guided imaging procedures. This technologist is highly trained in working in surgical type work environments and is specifically trained to work in a sterile field. This job description has been approved by the Radiology Director, Chairman of Radiology, and Executive Committee of the Medical Staff.

Responsibilities

Must maintain competence in assisting during physician supervised procedures with proper sterile preparation of patient access areas, procedure trays and miscellaneous supplies and devices used during the procedure; Accountable for ensuring the proper documentation of the use of contrast material and ensuring there is appropriate documentation related to patient charges; Must maintain professional, clinical, and technical competency to perform radiologic diagnostic imaging procedures incorporating access techniques developed for specific vascular, spinal, neurological and general chest, abdomen, pelvis and extremity locations; Responsible for completion of mandatory educational assignments; Follows all organizational policies in regard to confidentiality, HIPPA and maintaining a safe and protected work environment; Responsible for reporting any action that is detrimental to co-workers, patients, physicians and this organization; Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work environment; Closely follow and maintain organizational policies for infection reduction; Personally responsible for maintaining required state and national licensure as a technologist, certification for life support response and IV competence; Required to be able to understand and utilize the inventory tracking system and be able to order supplies; Responsible for maintaining proper radiation protection and ensuring that personal radiation monitoring device is worn appropriately; Participates with patient safety by participating in time out procedures, post procedure huddles and abiding by organizational policies; Requires participating in regular on-call responsibilities and is frequently required to stay and work overtime; Will participate in the training process developed for technologist preceptorship and provide assistance to Radiology residents as requested

Requirements

High School Graduate; Basic Life Support Heartsaver (BLS HS) (Non-Clinical) - American Heart Association (AHA); Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Licensed Radiologic Technologist (LRT) - Kansas Board of Healing Arts (KSBHA)

Nice to have

Associates Degree in Radiologic Technology; Associates Degree Cardiovascular Technology; Associates Degree Vascular Technology; Associates Degree Healthcare Related Field; Bachelors Degree Healthcare Related Field; 1 or more years Previous Experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, or Electrophysiology Lab; Second language preferred