Interventional Radiology Tech I - Galveston

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s of Applied Science OR Graduate of an accredited radiologic technologist program

• 0+ years of experience

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT-R)

• Texas Medical Board certification (MRT)

• American Heart Association (BLS)

• America Heart Association ACLS and PALS obtained within 6 months of hire

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Interventional Radiology Technologist I position works as part of a procedural team to complete a wide variety of Interventional procedures, to include Body and Neuro Interventional procedures. This position provides direct assistance to physicians, sterilely prep/drape patients, scrub assist, and circulate during interventional procedures. This Interventional Radiology Technologist I position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to Interventional Radiology exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. This position is a member of the direct patient care team.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Promotes a positive work environment.

• Collaborates with all members of the patient care team.

• Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement. 

• Utilizes verbal, nonverbal & written communication to achieve mutual understanding.

• Proactively responds to patient needs.

• Optimizing protocols to provide for better patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors. 

• Assists physicians during diagnostic procedures or fluoroscopic procedures, including assisting with sterile technique. 

• Utilizes AIDET incorporating Key Words and MANAGE UP techniques, when speaking to patients and family members at an age-appropriate level.

• Practices radiation safety and ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) 

• Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. 

• Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures.

• Complies with job role, department, and hospital safety standards, practices, and policies. 

• Participates in WASTE walks and supports department LEAN projects.

• Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into the appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.

• Performs daily imaging equipment quality control (QC) ensuring all imaging equipment is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed. 

• Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e., medications) or potential outcomes and obtains assistance, as appropriate. 

• Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered. 

• Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.

• Ensures their personal timecard is accurate and approves it in a timely manner to prevent retro amendments.

   

• Participates in department projects or shared governance activities. 
• Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competen