Interventional Radiologic Technologist

The University of Kansas Health System•Kansas City, KS

About The Position

This specialty-certified technologist assists with diagnostic, interventional, and therapeutic radiologic and ultrasound-guided imaging procedures. The role works in surgical-type environments and requires specific training in maintaining a sterile field. The position is based at Bell Hospital and is a full-time day role. The technologist maintains clinical and technical competence in assisting with physician-supervised procedures and performing radiologic diagnostic imaging. Duties include preparing sterile patient access areas, procedure trays, supplies, and devices; documenting contrast use and patient charges; following infection-prevention and patient-safety practices; and maintaining a clean, organized work environment. The technologist also maintains required licensure, certifications, IV competence, radiation protection, and radiation-monitoring practices. The position includes regular on-call responsibilities and frequently requires overtime to meet patient-care needs. The technologist completes required education, participates in technologist preceptorship training, and assists Radiology residents as requested. Other duties may be assigned, and responsibilities may vary by department or unit.

Requirements

High school graduate.
Basic Life Support Heartsaver (BLS HS) certification (Non-Clinical) from the American Heart Association.
Radiography (R) certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Licensed Radiologic Technologist (LRT) credential from the State Board of Healing Arts within 90 days.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, Vascular Technology, or a healthcare-related field, or a bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field.
One or more years of previous experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, or Electrophysiology Lab.
Second language.

Responsibilities

Assist during physician-supervised procedures, including sterile preparation of patient access areas, procedure trays, supplies, and devices.
Document the use of contrast material and ensure appropriate documentation of patient charges.
Perform radiologic diagnostic imaging procedures using access techniques for vascular, spinal, neurological, chest, abdomen, pelvis, and extremity locations.
Complete mandatory educational assignments provided by the supervisor, nurse manager, or director.
Follow organizational policies on confidentiality, HIPAA, and maintaining a safe and protected work environment.
Report actions that are detrimental to coworkers, patients, physicians, or the organization.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including cleaning rooms and equipment before each procedure.
Follow organizational infection-reduction policies.
Maintain required state and national technologist licensure, life-support response certification, and IV competence.
Use the inventory tracking system and order supplies when appropriate.
Maintain radiation protection, including use of an apron, thyroid protection, and glasses, and wear the personal radiation monitoring device appropriately during procedures.
Participate in patient-safety practices, including time-out procedures and post-procedure huddles, and follow Culture of Safety policies and guidelines.
Participate in regular on-call responsibilities and work overtime as needed to provide coverage for patient-care needs.
Participate in technologist preceptorship training and assist Radiology residents as requested.
Perform the professional, clinical, and technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.