Interventional Radiology Technologist II

Sign on Bonus up to $15,000 - EXTERNALS ONLY

• Positioning and immobilization of patient to ensure anatomy or blood vessels being examined are in the correct profile and projection. Independent selection of technical factors to ensure high quality images with the lowest possible dose to the patient.
• Participates in and assists in complex interventional procedures such as de-clotting of blood vessels, UFE, venous ablations, and other peripheral vascular procedures. These procedures require advanced knowledge of vascular anatomy.
• Performs procedures with Interventional Radiologists, vascular surgeons, neuro radiologists, neurosurgeons, and other specialists.
• Positions patient in proper positions to radiographically demonstrate correct anatomy.
• Obtains radiographic DSA and DA images for interventional procedures and transmits all images to PACS for interpretation by the radiologist.
• Participates in and assists in the performance of complex interventional endovascular neurological procedures, such as aneurysm coiling, stent placement, and other stroke intervention procedures. Procedures require a high level of understanding of complex neurovascular anatomy.
• Sets up patient on appropriate cardiac and other monitoring systems. Ability to interpret normal ranges on monitoring equipment.
• Prepares patient in a sterile fashion for procedures. Maintains radiographic equipment and prepares examination rooms and supplies to provide appropriate room utilization and efficiency.
• Prepares examination rooms for smooth performance of procedures, including equipment and supplies.
• Assists the radiologist as needed during the performance of angiograms and special procedures, including the insertion of arterial needles and catheters.
• Prepares patient for the exam in a sterile fashion, including sterile prep and drape of the patient, preparation of injectable contrast and solutions.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment by performing minor daily housekeeping tasks contributing to the overall cleanliness of the work area.
• Uses Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures. Protect self against bodily fluid contact.
• Explains examination to patients and families. Rounds on patient and family to ensure they are kept informed of procedure progress.
• Maintenance of the timely flow of patients in and out of Interventional Radiology lab by assisting with patient care and transportation of patient to and from care areas as required.
• Must promote patient safety by reporting issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives.
• Maintains positive customer relations following prescribed department policies.
• Participates in team problem-solving issues that would improve patient care, department operations, image quality, interdepartmental relationships and employee satisfaction. Is self-directed in securing supplies and equipment for the department.
• Provides information to the radiologist about patient history, previous examinations, contraindications, and other related data to help achieve consistent quality of care and reduce or eliminate potential medical management problems.
• Accepts emergency calls and accompanying restraints and increased responsibilities. Must respond to emergency calls within 45 minutes of receiving call.
• Maintains inventory supplies to ensure adequate levels when necessary.
• Records all pertinent patient information for accurate procedure charging.
• Delivery of patient care in accordance with departmental standards of continued quality improvement.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills by answering questions from all customers.
• Utilizes appropriate phone etiquette.
• Development of leadership skills and professionalism for self through participation in department and/or hospital-based committees and continuing education programs.
• Assumes a leadership role in providing instruction and direction to students participating in the clinical program and helps evaluate performance.
• Identifies problems and takes steps towards resolution.
• Provides instruction and direction to technologists in the performance of specific related duties.
• Attends to personal work schedule in a consistent and professional manner.
• Demonstrates self-direction by identifying learning needs and establishing self-development activities.

• Must have attended an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology and be ARRT registered.
• This position will need to recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients and treat all customers with age specific appropriateness.

• Ability to perform most interventional radiology procedures usually performed in specials lab with close supervision of the radiologist - demonstrates ability to use various types of radiographic equipment to obtain images of optimal quality. Demonstrates good teamwork and cooperation with external/internal customers and good communication skills.
• ARRT registered.