Interventional Radiology Technologist Per Diem

Fresenius Medical Care•El Paso, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This per diem Interventional Radiology Technologist position is based at a surgery center in El Paso, Texas. The center is open Monday through Friday. The technologist assists physicians with interventional radiology procedures and operates and performs quality control on radiological equipment in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and training. The role also supports inventory and supply management, patient care, accurate medical records and billing, quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and radiation safety. The position has no supervisory responsibilities and includes 10% travel.

Requirements

Current ARRT certification and/or state licensure as required by state regulations; the posting specifies ARRT and a Texas State RT License.
High school diploma required.
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 procedure materials and supplies.
Knowledge and experience of 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, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds; transfer and position patients weighing up to 400 pounds; and stand in a protective apron for 45–60 minutes.
Willingness to travel 10%.

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 and procedure rooms for radiology procedures in accordance with organizational policies and applicable regulations.
Review procedure orders and determine required materials and supplies.
Set up and stock procedure rooms and trays with supplies and interventional equipment; clean rooms and equipment after procedures.
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.
Follow patient confidentiality requirements and organizational medication-labeling policy when drawing up and labeling intravenous medication.
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 quality goals, facility action plans, CQI meetings, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate, complete medical records, file paperwork, and perform regular audits.
Maintain clean, sanitary, safe, and orderly facility areas; inspect equipment and instruments before and after procedures and recommend repairs or replacement when needed.
Assist with disposal of hazardous waste, dirty linen, and rugs, and use supplies and equipment efficiently to prevent waste.
Attend Governing Body meetings and assist with agendas and meeting materials; communicate effectively with physicians and address physician concerns within the role's responsibilities.
Coordinate with physicians and staff to ensure necessary instruments and equipment are available.
Assist in training and orienting new employees.
Review procedures and documentation to help ensure patient billing is accurate and timely, including equipment charges and CPT and ICD9 codes.
Assist with supply inventory, ordering, and restocking.
Serve as Radiation Safety Officer, monitor radiation badges, and conduct radiation-safety in-services.
Participate in facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans addressing identified deficiencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.