Interventional Radiology Tech I - Per Diem Varies
Description
| Under general supervision, the Interventional Radiology Tech assists Radiologist with all aspects of the performance of specialized diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the Department of Interventional Radiology. | |
Core Competencies | |
| Works cooperatively with all members of the department to resolve problems expediently. | |
| Displays flexibility, team spirit, compassion, respect, politeness and accountability when dealing with customers. | |
| Demonstrates awareness of and sensitivity for patients’ rights in all interactions with patients. | |
| Uses ALARA and safety principle at all times. | |
| Complies with organization-wide and department specific policies and procedures, including working knowledge of policies. | |
| Complies with patient care requirements of all regulatory agencies including working knowledge of policies, reference to and compliance to policies. | |
| Creates an environment of safe delivery of patient care and functions with a constant awareness of safety issues. Corrects and reports any unsafe conditions found immediately. | |
| Corrects and reports any unsafe conditions. | |
| Practices aseptic technique, isolation and infection control procedures and prevents cross contamination at all times. Follows Universal Precautions. | |
| Demonstrates knowledge of Radiation Safety, Material Safety Data Sheet and Fire/Safety policies and procedures. Is able to identify where information manuals are located. | |
| Follows universal Protocol by using two patient identifiers prior to performing the exam, using pre-op/pre procedure verification check list, site marked with the physician’s initials (physician performing procedure) and using “Time Out”. | |
| Demonstrates competence with specific equipment used on all diagnostic and interventional procedures performed. | |
| Assists the supervising physician in capturing the best projections to delineate the vascular anatomy. | |
| Demonstrates competency in providing monitoring equipment used during exams. | |
| Reports equipment malfunctions to manager or lead. | |
| Corrects supplies are charged and tech notes are written at the completion of each exam in RIS. | |
| Understands his/her role in maintaining medication security to authorized personnel only. | |
| Provides healthcare services in own job category to all age groups. | |
| Demonstrates competence in interpersonal relationships to all age groups. | |
| Prepares the room, trays and patient according to physician preference following Universal Protocol in Interventional Radiology, and any other areas requiring assistance of Interventional Technologist. | |
| Assists the Radiologist with the consenting of patient. | |
| Ensures patients understanding of the procedure. | |
| Maintains constant communication with patient during procedure. | |
| Ensures patients knowledge of post procedural instructions. | |
| Demonstrates competency and proficiency in proper sequencing and positioning of all exams and procedures. | |
| Works well with minimal supervision. | |
| Utilizes Hospital Information System (HIS), Radiology Information System (RIS) and PACS. | |
| Participates in hospital performance improvement activities (BPI projects, task forces, etc) when requested. | |
| Demonstrates confidentiality using own password and all patient care systems. | |
| Answers telephone inquiries of a technical nature from physicians or hospital personnel in other area of the hospital while maintaining good phone etiquette | |
| Keeps assigned work areas clean and office/medical supplies stocked. Reorders through appropriate personnel when supplies are low. | |
| Recognizes and performs duties which need to be performed although not directly assigned. | |
| Assumes responsibility and accountability for own professional growth and practice including maintaining current licensure and completing educational requirements. | |
| Assumes “on-call” work for Interventional Radiology, as scheduled. Response must be within 30 minutes of receiving call. | |
Department Specific Competencies | |
| Demonstrate the ability to choose, prepare and administer opaque contrast media under supervision of the radiologist using proper protocols. | |
Education | |
| Degree | Program |
| N/A | N/A |
| Additional Information | |
| Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology. | |
Experience | |
| Number of Years Experience | Type of Experience |
| 1 | Acute Interventional Radiology Technologist |
| Additional Information | |
| Knowledge of human anatomy. Experience in Department of Radiology. | |
License / Certification Requirements | |
| ARRT License for Radiologic Technologist | |
| Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) | |
| Fluoroscopy License | |
| BCLS or ACLS Certification | |
Compensation Range $57.65 - $57.65 / Hour | |