Interventional Radiology Tech - Variable Shifts

Frederick Health • Frederick, MD

1d • $34 - $48

About The Position

With limited supervision and under the direction of a qualified physician and Radiology Manager, the Interventional Radiology Tech performs invasive diagnostic, interventional, and therapeutic procedures involving the heart, circulatory, biliary, respiratory, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, musculoskeletal, and lymphatic systems. The role serves child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations and supports Frederick Health’s mission, vision, core values, customer service philosophy, compliance program, regulatory requirements, and Standards of Behavior.

The position assists radiologists with invasive angiographic and interventional procedures, obtains diagnostic images, monitors patients and equipment, applies radiation protection and sterile techniques, maintains records and workspace, and performs related administrative and quality-control tasks. The role takes emergency call as required and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of a JRCERT-approved Radiologic Technology program.
• Maryland state certification as a radiographer.
• Advanced ARRT certification in Cardiovascular-Interventional Technology, or eligibility to obtain it within one year of hire.
• Two years of experience as a Cardiovascular Technologist or four years of experience as an Invasive Special Procedures Technologist.
• CPR certification.
• Ability to perform with limited supervision.
• Excellent customer relations skills, including the ability to avoid antagonism, conflicts, and undue anxiety.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle stressful and crisis situations.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Current knowledge and skills for appropriate care and contact with child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist radiologists during invasive angiographic and interventional procedures using accepted techniques to maximize patient safety.
• Position patients and select appropriate technical factors.
• Assess patient response during procedures.
• Monitor ECG and hemodynamic parameters.
• Administer contrast material and medication in the presence of a physician directing administration and dosage.
• Transmit images to PACS for interpretation and permanent records.
• Obtain optimal images to support accurate diagnosis and evaluate images with the radiologist.
• Monitor equipment status indicators to prevent damage and report equipment malfunctions accurately and promptly.
• Perform daily quality-control checks of the CT scanner.
• Apply Standard Precautions and sterile technique.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the assigned workspace.
• Check emergency equipment and drugs for missing or expired items.
• Monitor and record contrast warmer temperatures.
• Ensure patient records are complete and signed before examinations.
• Perform tasks associated with PACS, HIS, and RIS systems.
• Apply radiation protection according to prescribed safety standards.
• Screen patients for the possibility of pregnancy.
• Participate in project teams, task forces, committees, and special assignments as needed.
• Take emergency call as required and respond promptly when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance, offered the first of the month after 30 days of employment to employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week.
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term income replacement, and long-term disability for eligible employees.
• Paid Time Off program for eligible employees.
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match for eligible employees.
• Free financial planning sessions for all employees.
• Educational assistance program.
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree