Interventional Radiology Technologist Surgery Center

Fresenius Medical Care•Miami, FL

About The Position

The Interventional Radiology Technologist supports the organization’s mission, vision, core values, customer service philosophy, and compliance requirements. The role assists physicians with interventional radiology procedures and is responsible for operating and conducting quality control of radiological equipment in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and training. It also supports inventory and supply management. The technologist prepares patients and procedure rooms, explains procedures to patients, assists with positioning and preparation, and transports patients as needed. During procedures, the technologist acts as a scrub assistant, operates fluoroscopy, enters patient data into the C-Arm, and maintains sterile technique. Responsibilities also include medication labeling, processing and archiving images, maintaining accurate medical records, supporting quality improvement and regulatory activities, and helping ensure equipment, instruments, and supplies are ready for use. The position acts as Radiation Safety Officer and assists with staff training and orientation.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Current ARRT certification and/or state licensure as required by state regulations.
Successfully complete BLS certification.
Working knowledge of interventional equipment, including C-Arm and Ultrasound equipment.
Experience with interventional procedures and with using, ordering, and maintaining required materials and supplies.
Knowledge and experience in sterile techniques.
Knowledge of universal precautions and personal protective devices used when operating radiology systems.
Experience monitoring and maintaining inventory.
Proficiency with computers and related software, such as Microsoft Office Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree desirable; bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
Interventional Radiology certificate preferred.
Four to six years of related experience desirable.
One year of experience preferred for candidates with ARRT.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients, procedure rooms, procedure trays, supplies, and interventional equipment in compliance with organizational policies and regulations.
Review procedure orders to determine necessary materials and supplies.
Clean procedure rooms and equipment after procedures and help maintain clean, sanitary, and safe facility areas.
Explain procedures to patients, answer questions, and address concerns.
Prepare patients for procedures, including positioning, shaving, and prepping.
Transfer and transport patients to and from procedure rooms.
Enter patient data into the C-Arm.
Act as a scrub assistant during interventional procedures and administer fluoroscopy while maintaining sterile technique.
Draw up intravenous medication and label it according to organizational policy.
Process X-ray images and archive them to the image repository, CD, or DVD in accordance with medical-record policies and regulations.
Support quality standards and continuous quality improvement, including organizational quality goals and facility action plans.
Ensure medical records are accurate, complete, properly filed, and maintained, and perform regular audits.
Inspect equipment and instruments before and after procedures, make repair or replacement recommendations, and assist with hazardous waste and linen disposal.
Prepare and use supplies and equipment efficiently to prevent waste.
Attend Governing Body and CQI meetings, help prepare meeting materials, and report on assigned topics.
Communicate effectively with physicians, ensure necessary instruments and equipment are available, and address physician concerns in areas of responsibility.
Assist in training and orienting new employees.
Review procedures and document equipment charges and correct CPT and ICD9 codes to support accurate, timely billing.
Assist with inventory, supply ordering, and restocking.
Act as Radiation Safety Officer, monitor radiation badges, and conduct radiation safety in-services.
Participate in regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans addressing identified deficiencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.