Interventional Radiology Technologist Specialist - YH Advanced Procedural Suite - Days

Responsibilities

• Performs interventional and endovascular procedures.
• Under the direct supervision of the physician, administers intravenous contrast media.
• Recognizes complications (e.g., contrast reaction) and treats appropriately.
• Scrubs with physician as required.
• Schedules cases to coordinate with other patient examinations and/or surgical procedures.
• Positions and transfers patients comfortably.
• Immobolizes patients as necessary and practices radiation safety procedures.
• Selects and operates equipment as needed to perform required exams.
• Performs duties as on call technologist.
• Trains new staff at a preceptor level of participation and provides orientation in all aspects of the role.
• Provides ongoing assessments of the training progress and provides summary reports.
• Prepares and maintains written documentation as required by the profession and the department.
• Performs the duties of Radiographer as needed.
• Maintains an organized and effective supply inventory.
• Serves as an expert with equipment and devices with regard to the equipment compatibility and safe use.
• Evaluates workflows and processes. Streamlines tasks through the use of Performance Improvement methodologies.
• Communicates ideas for improvement with the departmental leadership.
• Provides service recovery when required.
• Evaluates and communicates with the team.
• Identifies any operational needs on a daily basis.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Work Experience: 2 years relevant experience
• Licenses: Registered Technologist-Cardiac Interventional Radiology - ARRT Upon Hire Required or Registered Technologist-Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology - ARRT Upon Hire Required or Registered Technologist-Radiography - ARRT Upon Hire Required or Registered Technologist-Vascular Interventional Radiology - ARRT Upon Hire Required or Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
• Courses and Training: Accredited program in radiologic technology and training in special procedures. Upon Hire Required