Interventional Technologist

Job Summary

Provides advanced procedural and radiologic support to physicians; maintains a well-stocked and clean work environment; assists in pre and post procedural patient care; rotates on-call responsibilities.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides patient care appropriate to the patient population in a sterile environment under the guidance of the physician
• Assists in pre and post procedural care
• Cross-trained to scrub on all procedures
• Communicates with appropriate personnel for follow-up of procedure patients and identifies any specific learning needs
• Assists in other areas of the radiology department as needed
• Systematically and continuously collects, assesses, and documents data in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to provide procedural care for the patient
• Documents the chronological events of the procedure and medical care during the procedure in Epic
• Assists in image management and processing and troubleshoots equipment problems
• Provides patient care within a broad range of health care needs during non-cardiac procedures, including but not limited to mechanical thrombectomies, angioplasty, stent placements, biopsies, line placements, thrombolysis, embolizations, coils, drainage catheters, and IVC filters
• Actively participates in the Universal Protocol for all invasive procedures
• Foreses potential problems, adapts priorities, and plans independently with and without outside direction
• Assists with monitoring the patient's level of moderate sedation in conjunction with the procedure performed and individual patient's clinical state
• Initiates additional patient comfort measures/alternatives for sedation, as appropriate
• Affirms informed consent has been obtained on the patient prior to the start of the procedure and all questions and concerns have been answered to the patient's satisfaction
• Operates specialized equipment during procedures according to protocols under limited physician supervision (i.e., Rotational Angiography with 3-D reconstruction, ultrasound guidance, contrast injectors, detachable coils, etc.)
• Attends vendor in-services to learn new equipment and is a resource to other employees and physicians on its proper use; supports new technology and assists in implementing protocols
• Stocking/departmental maintenance: cleans and disinfects daily to promote an aseptic environment; checks the status of the equipment daily to ensure devices are in proper working order; reviews daily schedule to verify all necessary supplies are available; communicates with material control tech and/or supervisor concerning supply issues
• Supports department/hospital goals through personal improvements and educational activities; attends mandatory in-services and meets department education standards; modifies behaviors or performance to comply with care standards and meets department requirements; aids in the collection of statistics and presents findings in a logical, professional manner for process improvement
• Maintains professional standards in conjunction with those practice standards recommended by societies such as ARRT and ASRT
• Trains new personnel and acts as a mentor to them

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum six (6) months of related experience
• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the moderate sedation process
• Demonstrates technical skills, troubleshooting skills, and expert knowledge of catheters and equipment used during non-cardiovascular procedures
• Effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner
• Ability to integrate the analysis of data to develop knowledge, concepts, or interpretations
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Ability to consistently demonstrate ethical and professional behaviors
• Capable of wearing lead aprons for an extended period

Required Education

Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.

Required Certification & Licensure

• Registered Radiology Technologist - ARRT
• Basic Life Support provided by the American Heart Association