Certified Interventional Radiology Techn

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Job Summary

Under the direction and indirect supervision of interventional physicians, performs and assists with a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the interventional radiology area. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for imaging diagnosis and image guided treatment. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required.

Essential Functions

• Patient and Room Preparation: This task includes a) entering patient data into Epic and other appropriate computer systems as necessary. b) Placing and securing the patient on the procedure table in the correct position for the procedure to be performed. c) Obtain appropriate scout film for procedure. d) Appropriate positioning of monitors, foot switches, table controls and lighting for procedure to be performed.
  * Error free data entry in computer systems.
  * Room turnaround time of 15 minutes after completion of previous case (this also depends on other support services i.e. housekeeping).
  * Ability to work in parallel so that nursing, medical, and technological staff are efficient.
  * Error free positioning of monitors, foot switches, table controls and lighting.
• Photographing and processing of images: This task includes photographing and labeling digital images, processing and displaying final images on viewing machines for radiologist interpretation.
  * High quality, error free labeling of photographic images and displaying those images in proper order.
• Maintain all necessary records of films, fluoro time, injections, etc.
  * Error free documentation of necessary records.
• Observe all rules and regulations regarding radiation safety for patients and staff.
  * Error free observance of radiation safety procedures
• Train other associates and students
  * Knowledgeable information while training other associates and students.
• Performs digital angiographic imaging and other exams of select nature in interventional room; positions patients and provides immobilization preparation and patient counseling as required.
• Scrubs or circulates during procedures as required and assists physicians with catheter placement, instrument passage, instrument use and imaging agent administration. Reviews orders, prepares schedules and consults with attending Radiologists and Registered Nurses. Scrub Techs can perform groin compression for hemostasis with proper training.
• Prepares floor stock medications. Maintains daily records of exams performed.
  * Error free documentation of necessary records.
• Prepares sterile fields, imaging agents, trays and instruments; ensures sterility of surgical packs, trays and disposables to be used in assigned area. Maintains appropriate and adequate supplies during the procedures.
  * Follows sterile techniques
• Selects technical factors appropriate to particular procedure being performed; ensures accuracy of patient identification information on all recorded images. Captures required documentation in Radiology Information System (EPIC) Prepares, loads, programs and operates the contrast injector. Assists with screening patients for contraindications.
• Assists radiologist during procedures; maneuvering mechanical equipment around the patient. Operates and understands all features and performance capabilities of the digital imaging system. Sets up and manages drips and lines; monitoring throughout the case.
• Post processes digital images as required (3D, subtraction, unsubtracted, etc.) Prepares images for Radiologist interpretation, and transmits images to the Diagnostic Imaging PACS system. Can perform cone beam CT and spiral angiography, and additionally be able to manipulate images, process, and send to PACS.
• Maintains working knowledge of all department equipment and devices. Reports equipment malfunctions appropriately.
• Assumes responsibilities for the needs of patient during procedure. Provides service-oriented communication with patient; explaining procedure; answering questions. Emphasizes a personalized, individualized, compassionate patient care atmosphere at all times. Dismisses patients for transport and/or assists with patient transport at end of procedure.
• Provides instructions on appropriate safety measures to patients, family members, and hospital staff as required; ensures appropriate safety precautions are followed. Applies appropriate measures (ALARA Principles) for minimizing radiation exposure. Captures and records radiation dose delivered during the procedure.
• Maintains all materials needed and linen supply on daily basis;
• Runs schedule of the INR rooms.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of assigned area.
  * Clean and orderly work area.
• Perform duties of a 4T technologist as needed.
  * High quality cooperative performance.
• Perform other related assigned tasks

Qualifications

• GED Required
• AS Preferred
• CT Certification preferred
• IR Certification preferred
• 1-3 years Required
• Interventional radiology/Angiographic Systems
• Radiographic exposure equipment.
• OHS Fit Test Required
• OHS Annual Assessment Required
• ARRT Required
• Satisfactory completion of a formal radiologic technology training and meets the requirements for certification by the ARRT.
• Certification in interventional radiology by the ARRT
• BLS certification
• Valid RT licensed by the State of New York.