Under general supervision, the Interventional Radiology Tech assists Radiologist with all aspects of the performance of specialized diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the Department of Interventional Radiology.
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Core Competencies |
| Works cooperatively with all members of the department to resolve problems expediently. |
| Displays flexibility, team spirit, compassion, respect, politeness and accountability when dealing with customers. |
| Demonstrates awareness of and sensitivity for patients’ rights in all interactions with patients. |
| Uses ALARA and safety principle at all times. |
| Complies with organization-wide and department specific policies and procedures, including working knowledge of policies. |
| Complies with patient care requirements of all regulatory agencies including working knowledge of policies, reference to and compliance to policies. |
| Creates an environment of safe delivery of patient care and functions with a constant awareness of safety issues. Corrects and reports any unsafe conditions found immediately. |
| Corrects and reports any unsafe conditions. |
| Practices aseptic technique, isolation and infection control procedures and prevents cross contamination at all times. Follows Universal Precautions. |
| Demonstrates knowledge of Radiation Safety, Material Safety Data Sheet and Fire/Safety policies and procedures. Is able to identify where information manuals are located. |
| Follows universal Protocol by using two patient identifiers prior to performing the exam, using pre-op/pre procedure verification check list, site marked with the physician’s initials (physician performing procedure) and using “Time Out”. |
| Demonstrates competence with specific equipment used on all diagnostic and interventional procedures performed. |
| Assists the supervising physician in capturing the best projections to delineate the vascular anatomy. |
| Demonstrates competency in providing monitoring equipment used during exams. |
| Reports equipment malfunctions to manager or lead. |
| Corrects supplies are charged and tech notes are written at the completion of each exam in RIS. |
| Understands his/her role in maintaining medication security to authorized personnel only. |
| Provides healthcare services in own job category to all age groups. |
| Demonstrates competence in interpersonal relationships to all age groups. |
| Prepares the room, trays and patient according to physician preference following Universal Protocol in Interventional Radiology, and any other areas requiring assistance of Interventional Technologist. |
| Assists the Radiologist with the consenting of patient. |
| Ensures patients understanding of the procedure. |
| Maintains constant communication with patient during procedure. |
| Ensures patients knowledge of post procedural instructions. |
| Demonstrates competency and proficiency in proper sequencing and positioning of all exams and procedures. |
| Works well with minimal supervision. |
| Utilizes Hospital Information System (HIS), Radiology Information System (RIS) and PACS. |
| Participates in hospital performance improvement activities (BPI projects, task forces, etc) when requested. |
| Demonstrates confidentiality using own password and all patient care systems. |
| Answers telephone inquiries of a technical nature from physicians or hospital personnel in other area of the hospital while maintaining good phone etiquette |
| Keeps assigned work areas clean and office/medical supplies stocked. Reorders through appropriate personnel when supplies are low. |
| Recognizes and performs duties which need to be performed although not directly assigned. |
| Assumes responsibility and accountability for own professional growth and practice including maintaining current licensure and completing educational requirements. |
| Assumes “on-call” work for Interventional Radiology, as scheduled. Response must be within 30 minutes of receiving call. |
Department Specific Competencies |
| Demonstrate the ability to choose, prepare and administer opaque contrast media under supervision of the radiologist using proper protocols. |
Education |
| Degree | Program |
| N/A | N/A |
| Additional Information |
| Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology. |
Experience |
| Number of Years Experience | Type of Experience |
| 1 | Acute Interventional Radiology Technologist |
| Additional Information |
| Knowledge of human anatomy. Experience in Department of Radiology. |
License / Certification Requirements |
| ARRT License for Radiologic Technologist |
| Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) |
| Fluoroscopy License |
| BCLS or ACLS Certification |
Compensation Range
$57.65 - $57.65 / Hour |
