Technologist-Interventional Radiology
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
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Performs basic to complex quality radiologic procedures using appropriate technical and safety method as requested by a licensed physician in Interventional Radiology, Neuro Interventional Lab, Cardiac Cath Lab, and Electrophysiology lab.
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Sets up sterile table, assembles necessary instruments, catheters, guidewires, and contrast materials according to procedure requirements.
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Assists Radiologist/Neurologist/Cardiologist with catheters, guidewires, balloons, coils, and treatments.
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Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan and implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
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Completes documentation as required to comply with policies and procedures.
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Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
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Participates in departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
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Completes assigned goals.
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Other duties as assigned
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Specifications
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Experience
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Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
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Experience as obtained through Minimum of 1 year as a radiology the completion of a Radiology technologist. 6 months
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Technology Program. experience in IR/Cath lab/EP.
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Education
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Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
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Completion of a formal education program in radiography accredited by a mechanism acceptable to ARRT.
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Training
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Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
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Special Skills
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Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
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Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory. Utilizes the most appropriate technique and
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positioning for optimal procedures/treatments as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results. Demonstrates ability to receive and follow written and oral
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instructions; ability to plan and organize work
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Licensure
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Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
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Registered by American Registry Registry in Vascular of Radiologic Technologists Interventional ARRT(VI)
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(ARRT) with Registry in
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Radiography ARRT (R). ;BLS Certification within 14 days of hire; New graduate will obtain required registry within 120 days as required;. State license as required
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Reporting Relationships
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Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.
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Reporting Relationships
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Work Environment
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Functional Demands
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Label Short Description Full Description
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Sedentary
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Very light energy level
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Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs.
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cart
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Light
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Moderate energy level
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Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)
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Medium
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High energy level
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Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)
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Heavy Very high energy Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull >
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level 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max
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assist sit to stand transfer.
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Functional Demands Rating
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Medium
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Activity Level Throughout Workday
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Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting
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Occasional
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Physical Activity Requirements - Standing
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Walking
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)
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Occasional
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Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Bending
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl
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Occasional
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Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities
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Occasional
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Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell
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Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear
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Continuous
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Sensory Requirements
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Color Near Vision Far Vision Depth Perception Hearing
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Discrimination
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Accurate Accurate Moderate
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Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens
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Anticipated
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Environmental Requirements - Chemical
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Anticipated
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Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases
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Anticipated
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Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures
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Not Anticipated
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Environmental Requirements - Radiation
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Anticipated
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Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations
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Not Anticipated
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Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels
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Not Anticipated
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Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter
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Not Anticipated
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Environmental Requirements - Other