Interventional Radiology 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.

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 (arterial and venous), spinal, neurological and general chest, abdomen, pelvis and extremity locations; Responsible for completion of mandatory educational assignments as provided by the supervisor, nurse manager or director; 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; Rooms and equipment should be properly cleaned prior to each procedure; Organizational policies for infection reduction are to be closely followed and maintained; 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 when the opportunity presents; Responsible for maintaining proper radiation protection (apron, thyroid, glasses) and ensuring that personal radiation monitoring device is worn appropriately at all times during procedures; Participates with patient safety by participating in time out procedures, post procedure huddles and abiding by the organizational policies and guidelines related to Culture of Safety; Position does require participating in regular on-call responsibilities and is frequently required to stay and work overtime to provide coverage to complete patient care needs; Will participate in the training process developed for technologist preceptorship and provide assistance to Radiology residents as requested; Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department

Requirements

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

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