Interventional Radiology Tech

Interventional Radiology Technologist Job Description:

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume.

The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

Provide patient care services using advanced radiologic imaging equipment, including fluoroscopy, digital angiography, angio-CT hybrid units and ultrasound, to assist in diagnosis or treatment of various conditions.  Technologists perform and/or assist with minimally invasive radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by, or at the request of a licensed practitioner.  Exercises professional judgment in the performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics.  Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure.

Responsibilities

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Basic Procedural Responsibilities:


* Corroborates patients clinical history, name and date of birth with procedure, assuring information is accurate, documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.


* Maintain knowledge of proper procedural protocols for both adult and pediatric patient populations.


* Positions patient using appropriate radiation protection devices and immobilizing techniques for age specific patient populations.


* Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self and others.


* Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, while respecting patient ability and comfort.


* Selects and operates appropriate medical imaging equipment according to established protocols.


* Evaluates images for technical quality, assuring proper identification and anatomical marking is recorded.


* Directly assists radiologist with all radiographic, angio-CT hybrid and/or ultrasound procedures.


* Utilizes proper archiving protocols for processing and storing all acquired images related to procedures.


* Maintain patient confidentially and demonstrate exemplary customer service skills.


* Performs Quality Control checks on fluoroscopy and CT equipment.

Advanced Procedural Responsibilities:


* According to departmental protocols prepares, identifies, and administers contrast media under the direction of a radiologist.


* According to department protocols prepares patients for the administration of contrast media through intravenous, intra-arterial or other applicable delivery route via appropriate catheter.


* Under direct physician supervision, function in a scrub assistant role during catheter based procedures, while utilizing proper aseptic and/or sterile technique.


* Maintain knowledge of and observe Operating Room protocol and Universal Precautions.


* Secure proper supplies and competently set up sterile...