Interventional Radiology Technician(Fluoroscopy,Interventional procedures)

Job Description:
Assists with/performing variety of Radiology diagnostic examinations to include fluoroscopy, interventional procedures under image guidance, facilitating inpatient and outpatient consultation and post procedural follow-up.
Essential functions/responsibilities:

• Performs venipuncture as required for exam. Measures and administers IV contrast and/or isotopes for procedure.
• Reviews available lab results BUN/CREATININE and/or GFR to determine renal function.
• Positions patient to obtain desired views and assists Radiologist with biopsy or drainage procedures.
• Follows physician instructions, prepare radiography equipment, and obtains optimal images for diagnosis
• Patient communication and preparation including removal of garments or jewelry that may interfere with procedure and explaining how the process works
• Operates 3D lab software to effectively format cardiac and vascular images to optimally demonstrate anatomy and pathology.
• Sends new images and related prior studies to Night Hawk during after-hours operations for rapid preliminary interpretation.
• Performs series of exposures as appropriate. Prints and develops films and combines with patient chart for Radiologist.
• Prepares patient for exam by completing all questionnaires and other necessary documentation.
• Educates patient and/or family on procedure to be performed. Checks prep and maintains patient exam, history, file, requisition and billing sheets.
• Rotates call assignment as needed for 24-hour coverage; schedules patients in section and coordinates scheduling with other departments to ensure patient flow.
• Maintains and rotates supplies in assigned workstation and demonstrates cost-effective use of departmental resources.
• Adheres to dress code.
• Functions as a preceptor to orient new employees.
• Meets all departmental specific competencies.
• Adheres to medical center policies addressing infection control, safety, and personnel guidelines.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with the medical center code of conduct and applicable corporate policies and procedures.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and treats patients and families with respect and dignity.
• Performs any other duties as assigned or requested.

Skills:

• Good working knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, pathology, medical terminology, application software, contrast indications and contraindications.
• Ability to skillfully operate CT scanner and related patient support equipment is required.
• Adherence to established procedure protocols, working knowledge of all IR examinations, and exam preps.

Education

• Graduation from and accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT certification
• Kentucky State Certification for Radiation.
• BLS training is required