Interventional Radiology Technologist - Special Procedures

Health First Careers•Melbourne, FL

About The Position

The Interventional Radiology Technologist uses technical skills to provide direct and indirect patient care during Interventional Radiology and Neuro Interventional procedures, in compliance with regulatory requirements and department processes. The role supports efficient, comfortable, and safe examinations and requires proficiency in diagnostic and interventional procedures, patient preparation and assessment, documentation, and monitoring. The technologist is also responsible for contributing to system and department goals, quality targets, and fiscal targets. The position works a full-time schedule with shift times of 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The role may require responding to call alerts within five minutes and arriving at the hospital within 30 minutes. Work may involve travel to facilities within and beyond the county perimeter, potentially using a personal vehicle.

Requirements

Graduate of a JRCERT-accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
Florida General Radiographer licensure.
AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider completion card before the start date, maintained thereafter.
Before the start date and maintained thereafter, either ARRT (R) or ARRT (R) (VI) certification.
Ability to acknowledge emergency call alerts within five minutes and arrive at the hospital facility within 30 minutes.
Knowledge of ECG training and arrhythmia interpretation.
Knowledge of cardiovascular and vascular anatomy.
Knowledge of hemodynamic monitoring.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Excellent communication skills in an active team environment.
Ability to assess and interpret data.
Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, and physicians with varying levels of understanding.
Thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology and ability to apply it to hemodynamic and angiographic techniques.
Ability to monitor patient blood pressure, ECG, and pulse oximetry using sophisticated clinical equipment.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in general radiology or interventional radiology.
ARRT (R) (CI) certification in Cardiac Interventional Radiology.

Responsibilities

Use knowledge of anatomy and physiology to support hemodynamic and angiographic techniques, as observed by the attending physician.
Assist the physician and anticipate equipment needs.
Follow approved aseptic technique standards during procedures and use equipment and supplies safely and prudently.
Prepare patients for Interventional Lab procedures using established aseptic technique.
Move, lift, or assist patients onto the procedure table and provide maximum privacy during procedures.
Apply working knowledge of drugs commonly used in the Interventional Lab.
Perform monitoring, recording, scrubbing, and Holding Room responsibilities professionally.
Perform circulating responsibilities, except for Conscious Sedation and Narcotic drug therapy as ordered by the physician.
Use appropriate radiation protection measures for self, coworkers, visitors, and physicians.
Respond to potential emergencies and life-threatening situations, implementing preventive measures as directed by the physician.
Ensure supplies and medications are charged to each patient and accurately use the hospital inventory systems.
Recognize and communicate electrocardiographic and hemodynamic changes to the physician and appropriate staff throughout procedures.
Document accurate and pertinent information about the patient's condition during procedures and report data to the appropriate people.
Monitor patient blood pressure, ECG, and pulse oximetry using clinical equipment.