Job Title: Interventional Radiology Technologist
Profession: Radiologic Technology
Specialty: Interventional Radiology
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: AM
Hours per Shift: 10 hours
Experience: 1 year as an Interventional Vascular Specialist, Interventional Radiology Technologist, or Registered Cardiovascular Technologist
License: Required
Certifications: Registered as ARRT-R (with VI or CV credential) or RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist)
Must-Have:
- Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic or cardiovascular technology
- Intermediate knowledge of x-ray equipment and troubleshooting
- Ability to assist in advanced procedures such as pulmonary thrombectomy, AAA, TEVAR, FEVAR
- Capability to assist with complex procedures, including multiple wire exchanges and use of long wires and OTW balloons
- Proficient in using specialty devices such as laser, penumbra, Inari, and shockwave
- Ability to circulate, monitor, and scrub all Interventional Vascular procedures
- Skills to troubleshoot imaging equipment collaborating with biomedical engineers for service
- Participation in procedural charging and supply management
- Ability to act quickly under emergency situations
- Capacity to discuss plans of action with physicians and assist with high-risk procedures
- Willingness to cross-train as needed to support departmental needs
- Understanding of working with x-ray systems, including panning tables and recognizing different angles
- Management of access sites, including proper removal of sheath and assessment of hematoma
- Knowledge of hematoma management
- Understanding of concepts of radiation safety
- Knowledgeable in vascular anatomy and recognizing different types of lesions
- Basic knowledge of supply features and applications to procedures
- Compliance with sterile techniques
- Effective communication with team members, patients, families, and medical staff
Description:
The Interventional Vascular Specialist II precepts new staff and students.
The position requires the ability to assist with complex procedures and the use of advanced technology.
The role involves circulating, monitoring, and scrubbing all Interventional Vascular procedures.
Troubleshooting imaging equipment while collaborating with biomedical engineers is essential.
Managing access sites and knowledge of hematoma management is required.
Understanding radiation safety and vascular anatomy is crucial for success in this role.
Effective communication with team members, patients, and medical staff is a key responsibility.