Interventional Radiology Technologist

Fresenius Medical Care•Memphis, TN

About The Position

Supports the Organization’s mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy, and follows its Compliance Program and applicable regulatory and policy requirements. Assists physicians with interventional radiology procedures and is responsible for operating and quality-controlling radiological equipment in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and training. Also assists with inventory and supply management. Prepares patients, procedure rooms, supplies, and equipment; explains procedures to patients; and assists with positioning, shaving, prepping, transferring, and transporting patients. Acts as a scrub assistant during interventional procedures and administers fluoroscopy while maintaining sterile technique. Enters patient data into the C-Arm, prepares and labels intravenous medication, and processes and archives x-ray images. Supports quality improvement, accurate and complete medical records, clean and safe work areas, functioning equipment, effective communication with physicians, accurate billing, inventory management, and regulatory and accreditation activities. Acts as Radiation Safety Officer, monitors radiation badges, and conducts radiation safety in-services. Assists with training and orienting new employees and performs other duties as assigned. The work environment is a healthcare facility with temperature control and moderate noise. The employee may be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases or materials. The position involves lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds; transferring and positioning patients up to 400 pounds; and standing in a protective apron for up to 45–60 minutes. Travel is 10%.

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 procedure materials and supplies.
Knowledge and experience with 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.
Able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds and transfer and position patients up to 400 pounds.
Able to stand in a protective apron for up to 45–60 minutes.

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 certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients, procedure rooms, supplies, and equipment for radiology procedures in accordance with organizational policies and applicable regulations.
Review procedure orders to determine required materials and supplies; set up and stock procedure rooms and trays, and clean rooms and equipment after procedures.
Explain procedures to patients, answer questions, and address concerns.
Assist with patient positioning, shaving, prepping, transfers, and transport to and from the procedure room.
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 the organization’s medication labeling policy.
Process x-ray images and archive them to the image repository, CD, or DVD in accordance with medical-record policies and regulations.
Support patient care quality standards, regulatory compliance, and Continuous Quality Improvement, including use of CQI tools and participation in CQI meetings.
Assist with quality goals and facility action plans; participate in regulatory and accreditation surveys and help address identified deficiencies.
Ensure medical records are accurate, complete, properly filed, and maintained; conduct regular audits.
Maintain clean, sanitary, safe, and aesthetically appropriate areas; inspect equipment and instruments before and after procedures and recommend repairs or replacement when appropriate.
Assist with disposal of hazardous waste, dirty linen, and rugs, and organize supplies and equipment to prevent waste.
Attend and participate in Governing Body meetings, including assisting with agendas and gathering meeting materials and data.
Communicate effectively with physicians, address physician concerns within areas of responsibility, and ensure required instruments and equipment are available.
Assist with training and orienting new employees.
Review procedures and document equipment charges; verify CPT and ICD9 codes to support accurate and timely patient billing.
Assist with inventory, supply ordering, and restocking.
Act as Radiation Safety Officer by monitoring radiation badges and conducting radiation safety in-services.
Perform other duties as assigned.