Interventional Radiology Technologist

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• Rezolut is seeking a Interventional Radiology Technologist to join our team in Centrelake! Schedule is full-time, Monday - Friday | Pay rate: $52/hour, depending on experience

Job Description

• Under general supervision, perform routine and highly specialized diagnostic and therapeutic interventional radiology procedures on patients following established parameters/ protocol for use by physicians in diagnostic and treatment of pathologies.
• Scrub in and assist the physician in the surgical procedure. Circulate within the procedure room and procure all equipment needed for any given procedure. Position the patient, select radiation exposure parameters, and image the patient.
• Maintain a high degree of accuracy and awareness of all radiation and patient safety issues involved with any invasive procedure. Demonstrate a thorough understanding and working knowledge of normal anatomy, abnormal anatomy and physiology, radiation safety, interventional supplies, and equipment operation. Recognize and resolve equipment operations. Recognize and resolve equipment problems and discrepancies, anticipate patient needs and concerns and determine the appropriate care needed. Use professional judgment and critical thinking when performing procedures. Will be required to take standby.

Responsibilities:

• Clinical Practice/ Patient care
• Operates extremely technical imaging equipment and applies ion radiation to the patient in accordance with standard operating procedures, according to departmental policies, procedures/ protocols and as appropriate for each patient.
• Positions patients according to department’s procedures manual.
• Moves and/or assists patients onto the table in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Provides for the patient's comfort during the procedures.
• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, utilizing image-guide surgical equipment, sterile technique, and radiographic technique.
• Operates laser imagers, and Radiographic/ Fluoroscopic equipment to obtain radiographic images.
• Critiques radiographs for quality and accuracy.
• Selects and films images for permanent patient record.
• Provides radiation protection in accordance with regulations.
• Selects accurate technique factors on an individual patient basis.
• Reviews history and permit images with designated Interventional Radiologist to ensure appropriate application of procedure.
• Discusses plan and equipment necessary for the for the procedure.
• Assist physicians with specialized diagnostic and interventional procedures by handling equipment, preparing procedure and instrument trays, prepping, and explaining procedures to patients and other related task under the supervision of an Interventional radiologist.
• Responds effectively to patient care emergencies.
• Cleans and disinfects equipment and procedure room.
• Records and accumulates patient statistics in daily logbook, enters data into their Radiology Information System (RIS) and supply inventory systems.
• Reviews request daily for interventional procedures and assist in prioritizing for a smooth workflow.
• Addresses any issues impacting the workforce.
• Documents equipment problems in accordance to center lake imaging and on college policy and procedure manual.
• Performs weekly Quality Assurance testing on OR equipment following California Department of Health standards.
• Communicates effectively with patients, nurses, and physicians, particularly regarding information on procedures requiring specialized patient preparation.
• Provides in-service training and teaching to other interventional staff, nurses, and physicians.
• Assist in department training and orientation of new IR techs.
• Upholds Centrelake Imaging and Oncology policies and procedures, principles of responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.

Basic qualifications:

• American Heart Association approved BLS
• Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) and Fluoroscopy Permit issued by State of California Department of Public Health
• Registration with the American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT) as a Registered Radiologic Technologist (R).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in IR required

Benefits

• Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and other voluntary insurances
• PTO accrual; 6 Observed Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)