Radiology Technologist

Fresenius Medical Care•Houston, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Interventional Radiology Technologist supports the organization’s mission, values, compliance requirements, and customer service standards. The role assists physicians with interventional radiology procedures and is responsible for operating and performing quality control on radiological equipment in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and training. The technologist also supports supply and inventory management. The position prepares patients and procedure rooms, reviews procedure orders, gathers and sets up supplies and equipment, explains procedures to patients, and assists with patient positioning, preparation, transfers, and transport. During procedures, the technologist serves as a scrub assistant and administers fluoroscopy while maintaining sterile technique. Other duties include processing and archiving images, maintaining accurate medical records, supporting quality improvement and regulatory compliance, monitoring radiation safety, assisting with billing accuracy, and training new employees. This is a full-time position at a Houston, Texas surgery center. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role includes 10% travel. New graduates will be considered.

Requirements

Current ARRT certification and/or state licensure as required by state regulations; the posting specifically states ARRT and a Texas State RT License are required.
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 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, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds and perform patient transfers and position patients weighing up to 400 pounds.
Ability to stand in a protective apron for up to 45–60 minutes.
Ability to travel 10%.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree is desirable; a bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred.
Interventional Radiology certificate preferred.
Four to six years of related experience is desirable.
One year of experience is preferred for candidates with ARRT.
New graduates will be considered.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients and procedure rooms in compliance with organizational policies and applicable regulations.
Review procedure orders and determine required materials and supplies.
Set up and stock procedure rooms, trays, and interventional equipment; clean rooms and equipment after procedures.
Explain procedures to patients, answer questions, and address concerns.
Position, shave, and prepare patients for procedures; 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.
Comply with patient confidentiality policies and standards.
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 recordkeeping policies and regulations.
Support quality standards, continuous quality improvement, regulatory requirements, and facility-specific quality action plans.
Ensure medical records are accurate, complete, properly filed, and regularly audited.
Maintain clean, sanitary, safe, and aesthetically appropriate facility areas.
Inspect facility equipment and instruments daily before and after procedures; recommend repairs or replacement as needed.
Assist with disposal of hazardous waste, dirty linen, and rugs.
Organize and use supplies and equipment efficiently to prevent waste.
Attend and participate in Governing Body and CQI meetings, including preparing materials and reporting on assigned topics.
Communicate effectively with physicians, ensure required instruments and equipment are available, and address physician concerns within the role’s scope.
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, ordering, and restocking of supplies.
Act as Radiation Safety Officer by monitoring radiation badges and conducting radiation safety in-services.
Participate in regulatory and accreditation surveys and in action plans addressing identified deficiencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Quarterly bonus opportunities
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Prescription coverage
Vision insurance
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
401(k) with matching
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Short-term disability
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses