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About The Position
Under the general direction of the Radiology Supervisor/Manager, performs Interventional Radiology exams/procedures to aid the physician in diagnosis and treatments. Performs other related work as assigned/required. Employees within this class perform the full range of radiographic examinations and exams/procedures in Interventional Radiology (IR) including the ability to work independently, exercise judgment, and take initiative to complete a specific assignment.
Requirements
- Completion of an ACR or ARRT recognized accredited program in Radiology Technology/Graduate of a JCERT hospital-based program in radiology technology is required.
- One year experience as an Interventional Radiology Technologist (IR) with PHH, Inc., OR A minimum of two years of experience in performing technical work which must have included as primary responsibility: radiographic examinations.
- Possession of valid California CRT license, Fluoroscopy Certification
- Current BLS through AHA
- ARRT required
- Specialized training in Interventional Radiography
- Registry in Interventional Radiology (IR) by the ARRT or achieved within one (1) year of hire
- Venipuncture certification within six months of hire/transfer
- Knowledge of Hospital established policies quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of the more common radiology equipment and instruments used in a hospital setting, basis radiography and Interventional Radiology Procedures.
- Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology.
- Knowledge of Processing and evaluating quality images.
Nice To Haves
- Associated degree in Radiology Technology is desired.
Responsibilities
- Performs Interventional Radiology exams/procedures to aid the physician in diagnosis and treatments.
- Performs other related work as assigned/required.
- Perform the full range of radiographic examinations and exams/procedures in Interventional Radiology (IR).
- Work independently, exercise judgment, and take initiative to complete a specific assignment.
- Operate equipment used in Radiology and Interventional Radiology (IR).
- Understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, standards, and procedures.
- Keep abreast of developments in the field of expertise.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Prepare necessary reports and records. (written and electronic).
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, physicians and fellow employees.
- Manage emergency or crisis situations; requires judgment/action which could result in undesirable patient outcomes.
- Maintains, demonstrates and is assessed on the knowledge and skills necessary to provide for physical, psychosocial and cultural needs appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.