Interventional Technologist IV

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Job Description

Job Summary:

  • Interventional Technologist IV will, in collaboration with the team lead, practice and promote The Best in the Nation Service Behaviors, Strategies and Priorities.

Duties:

  • Responsible for the operation of Angiographic equipment.
  • Performs vascular/interventional radiography procedures resulting in quality patient care and radiographic images necessary for diagnosis of disease and/or treatment.
  • Selects appropriate imaging techniques and protocols to complete the exam.
  • Receives patients, explains method of examination, and positions patient, performs IV puncture, and administers IV contrast agent when indicated. Independently performs and completes routine examinations.
  • Meet the needs of the patient, family and multi-disciplinary team through effective communication, coordination and documentation ensuring safety, care, courtesy, and efficiency.
  • Actively participates in quality initiatives to ensure the highest level of patient satisfaction, highest level of patient care and workflow efficiencies.

Material and Equipment Involved:

  • Interventional Radiology equipment.
  • Multiple Computer Systems.
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Pneumatic tube system.
  • Ultrasound Equipment.
  • CT Equipment.
  • Non-invasive blood pressure.
  • Invasive procedures.
  • Pulse oximetry.
  • Angiographic and interventional catheters.
  • PACS.
  • Wheelchairs, stretchers, mobilizers.
  • IV’s and I-meds.
  • HIS/RIS.
  • Telephones and paging devices.
  • Computer, printer, fax machine.
  • EKG monitors.
  • Laser printer.
  • StethoProducts, sphygmomanometers.
  • Portable Oxygen “E” tanks.
  • COR cart.
  • Defibrillator.
  • Proper handling of “life support” devices and equipment.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

  • Must be registered in ARRT(R)(CV/V).
  • Valid ARRT (R)(CV/VI) registration.
  • Fluoroscopy certification.
  • Radiation badges need to be supplied by the vendor.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Knowledge of vascular anatomy and skill in recognition of normal and abnormal variants.
  • knowledge of radiation safety.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

  • 1 year Vascular/interventional imaging experience.

Schedule Notes:

  • Weekend, holiday, and call schedules are required.
  • May be requested to work shift other than normal assigned shift and overtime to accommodate patient needs/volume.