Interventional Radiology Tech

Job Description:
Position Summary:
The Interventional Radiology Tech provides health care services to assist in interventional radiologic procedures to diagnosis and/or treat patients. Assists the interventional radiologist in performance of multi-modaility procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Position is considered to be most senior radiologic technologist role and thusly performs most complex and highest acuity radiologic procedures. Must work in an inpatient and outpatient setting.
Minimum Qualifications:
•Graduate of Committee of Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) accredited Radiology Program
•Montana Licensure (Radiology Technologist)
•merican Registry of Radiological Technology (ARRT)
•merican Heart Association BLS
•Minimum 2 years of previous complex radiography experience including a minimum of one (1) year of experience in diagnostic imagingwith angiographic techniques and imaging
•Compentencies in Interventional Radiology Procedures with eligibility to be board certified
•Preferred: Certification in Vascular Interventional
Essential Job Functions:
•Performs radiological exams and special procedures as requested by medical staff
•Performs US and CT guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures alongside interventional radiologist
•Performs angiographic diagnostic and therapeutic procedures alongside interventional radiologist
•Performs injections as required for procedural protocols.
•Performs fluoroscopic diagnostic and therapeutic procedures alongside radiology provider
•May assist with patient education for prep and post care of procedure, site, and implant management
•Performs post procedural image reconstruction as necessary.
•ssists radiology nursing with fluoroscopically guided PICC placements
•Performs c-arm fluoroscopy exams in the OR as requested by surgeons
•Completes documentation required for proper interpretation, reporting, archiving, and retrieval of exams
•Performs ancillary duties required to maintain proper distribution, billing, and archival of exams and procedures
•Retrieves written orders and related health information
•Participates in the implementation, monitoring, and improvement of the hospital quality indicators
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
•Computer applications, MS Office, EMR, internet applications and standard office equipment
•bility to work in a busy and stressful environment
•Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times
•Self-directed, completes assignments accurately, thoroughly and with minimal oversight
Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Position Urgency:
Normal
Shifts:
Monday - Friday, 8 Hour Shifts
State License Details:
Must Be Currently Active
Minimum Years of Experience:
2
Minimum Guaranteed Hours:
32
Specialty Type:
Diagnostic Imaging
Sub Specialty:
Radiologic Technologist
General Certifications:
BLS/BCLS
Allied Health Certifications:
ARRT(R )
Bilingual:
No
EMR Used:
EPIC
Holiday Coverage Required:
Yes