Technologist-Interventional Radiology

Job Responsibilities

• Performs basic to complex 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 to comply 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

  Description                                      Minimum Required                         Preferred/Desired

Experience as obtained through        Minimum of 1 year as a radiology the completion of a Radiology            technologist. 6 months 

                                                                                Technology Program.                        experience in IR/Cath lab/EP. 

Education

  Description                                      Minimum Required                         Preferred/Desired

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

Training

  Description                                      Minimum Required                         Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

  Description                                      Minimum Required                         Preferred/Desired

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 and organize work

Licensure

  Description                                      Minimum Required                         Preferred/Desired

Registered by American Registry       Registry in Vascular of Radiologic Technologists        Interventional ARRT(VI)

(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

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

Reporting Relationships

Work Environment

Functional Demands

      Label                          Short Description    Full Description

Sedentary

Very light energy level

Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. 

cart

Light

Moderate energy level

Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)

Medium

High energy level

Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)

      Heavy                         Very high energy       Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 

                                                     level                           200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max 

assist sit to stand transfer. 

Functional Demands Rating

Medium

Activity Level Throughout Workday

Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Standing

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Walking

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Bending

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell

Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear

Continuous

Sensory Requirements

  Color                          Near Vision               Far Vision                 Depth Perception     Hearing

Discrimination

                                                 Accurate                     Accurate                     Moderate

Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Chemical

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Radiation

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Other