Interventional Radiology Technologist I or II - League City Campus (M-F Days up to 19.99 hours/wk)

About the role

The Interventional Radiology Technologist I and II positions are open-pooled roles. Applicants' qualifications will be considered, and the positions may be filled at a lower or higher level, as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Promotes a positive work environment.
• Collaborates with all members of the patient care team.
• Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.
• Utilizes verbal, nonverbal & written communication to achieve mutual understanding.
• Proactively responds to patient needs.
• Optimizes protocols to provide for better patient care, image quality and patient experience.
• Assists physicians during diagnostic procedures or fluoroscopic procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.
• Utilizes AIDET incorporating Key Words and MANAGE UP techniques, when speaking to patients and family members at an age-appropriate level.
• Practices radiation safety and ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable).
• Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly.
• Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures.
• Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices, and policies.
• Identifies LEAN opportunities and WASTE, providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.
• Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.
• Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e., medications) or potential outcomes, as appropriate.
• Ensures all imaging equipment has had quality control (QC) performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use.
• Assists with implementation and education of department based, safety initiatives and standards of practice.
• Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
• Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
• Ensures their personal timecard is accurate and approves it in a timely manner to prevent retro amendments.
• Learns and expands learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a technologist.

Qualifications

• Associate’s of Applied Science
• Graduate of an accredited radiologic technologist program
• 0+ years of experience for Interventional Radiology Technologist I
• 3+ years of experience for Interventional Radiology Technologist II
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT-R)
• Texas Medical Board certification (MRT)
• American Heart Association (BLS and PALS)

Skills

• Excellent verbal, nonverbal & written communication skills
• Proactive problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to maintain sterile techniques and follow safety standards
• Knowledge of AIDET and MANAGE UP techniques
• Ability to perform a variety of diagnostic and fluoroscopic exams
• Experience with a wide variety of imaging equipment and specialty supplies

Benefits

UTMB Health offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Must have availability Monday - Friday between the hours of 8am and 5pm. May be part of call rotation.