Interventional Radiology Technologist

Job Overview

Under the direction of the Radiologist or Cardiologist and the Manager of Cardiac Cath/Special Procedures, position responsible for the operation of highly technical state of the art radiographic equipment. Position responsible and accountable for the patient outcomes in the cardiac cath/special procedures. Responsible for radiation safety practices in procedure rooms.

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency, competency and knowledge in diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures and their associated equipment through CBE's.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the ongoing evaluation, documentation, and care of the patients and families.
• Participates in unit QA and QC activities.
• Maintains accurate records through the completion of all paperwork.
• Demonstrates organizational responsibility.

Working Conditions

• Climbing - Rarely
• Hearing: Conversation - Frequently
• Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
• Kneeling - Occasionally
• Lifting
• Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Consistently
• Pulling - Occasionally
• Pushing - Occasionally
• Reaching - Occasionally
• Sitting - Occasionally
• Standing - Frequently
• Straightening - Occasionally
• Walking - Frequently
• Talking - Frequently
• Using Hands - Frequently
• Color Vision - Frequently
• Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently
• Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service
• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences
• Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests
• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community

Job Keywords

• Computed Tomography Technologist (CT Tech)
• Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT)
• Imaging Technologist (Imaging Tech)
• Mammographer
• Radiographer
• Radiologic Technologist (RT)
• Radiology Technician (Radiology Tech)
• Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT (R))
• X-Ray Technician (X-Ray Tech)
• X-Ray Technologist (X-Ray Tech)
• Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist (Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Technologist)
• Cardiac Catheterization Technician
• Cardiac Technician
• Cardio Tech (Cardiovascular Technician)
• Cardiology Technician
• Cardiopulmonary Technician
• Radiologic Technologist (RT)
• Radiography Technician (RT)
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)
• Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH)
• Aztec Department of Health Services (ADHS)
• Arkansas Department of Health
• California Department of Public Health (CDPH)
• Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE)
• Connecticut Department of Public Health
• Florida Department of Health
• Georgia Department of Community Health
• Hawaii Department of Health
• Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
• Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH)
• Iowa Department of Public Health
• Kentucky Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy
• Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners
• Maine Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners
• Maryland Board of Physicians (Radiation Control Program)
• Massachusetts Department of Public Health
• Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
• Minnesota Department of Health
• Mississippi State Department of Health
• Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
• New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (Radiation Protection Program)
• New Mexico Environment Department
• New York State Department of Health
• North Carolina Medical Board
• Oregon Board of Medical Imaging
• Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
• Rhode Island Department of Health
• South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association
• Tennessee Department of Health
• Texas Medical Board
• Utah Department of Environmental Quality
• Virginia Department of Health Professions
• Washington State Department of Health
• Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)
• West Virginia Medical Imaging & Radiation Therapy Technology Board