Technologist-Interventional Radiology

Job ID:

41804

Job Category:

Radiology & Imaging

Work Type:

Full Time

Work Schedule:

Days

Department:

Radiology Interventional

Facility:

MBMC Central MS

Location:

Jackson, MS

Overview

Job Summary

Under supervision, performs a variety ofplex radiology examinations, imaging procedures/treatment, interventional diagnostic and therapeutic procedures within the interventional radiology, cardiac cath lab, or electrophysiology lab areas according to radiology practice standards. Also assists in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned. Provides-on call and callback coverage as required.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs basic toplex quality radiologic procedures using appropriate technical and safety method as requested by a licensed physician in Interventional Radiology, Neuro Interventional Lab, Cardiac Cath Lab, and Electrophysiology lab.
  
• Sets up sterile table, assembles necessary instruments, catheters, guidewires, and contrast materials according to procedure requirements.
  
• Assists Radiologist/Neurologist/Cardiologist with catheters, guidewires, balloons, coils, and treatments.
  
• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan and implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
  
• Completes documentation as required toply with policies and procedures.
  
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
  
• Participates in departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
  
• Completes assigned goals.
  
• Other duties as assigned
  

Experience:

Minimum Required Experience as obtained through thepletion of a Radiology Technology Program.

Preferred

Minimum of 1 year as a radiology technologist. 6 months experience in IR/Cath lab/EP.

Education:

Minimum Required Completion of a formal education program in radiography accredited by a mechanism acceptable to ARRT.

Training:

Minimum Required Special Skills:

Minimum Required Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory. Utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results. Demonstrates ability to receive and follow written and oral instructions; ability to plan andanize work

Licensure

Minimum Required Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with Registry in Radiography ARRT (R). ;BLS Certification within 14 days of hire; New graduate will obtain required registry within 120 days as required; State license as required

Preferred

Registry in Vascular Interventional ARRT(VI)