Job Title: Interventional Services Tech
Profession: Interventional Radiology
Specialty: -
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day
Hours per Shift: 10
Experience: Minimum of 1 year in Interventional Radiology and/or Cath Lab managing fluoroscopy and scrubbing interventional cases. Preferred: 3 years in Interventional Radiology or Cath Lab managing fluoroscopy, scrubbing interventional cases, and functioning in monitor role.
License: Current state licensure issued by the relevant regulatory body.
Certifications: Current BLS, ACLS certification (or within 6 months of hire). Certifications specific to areas of clinical specialty preferred (e.g., RCIS, NIH Stroke Scale).
Must-Have: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Description:
The Interventional Radiology/Cardiology Radiologic Technologist supports diagnostic and interventional procedures through expert operation of fluoroscopic imaging equipment.
This role works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.
The technologist demonstrates advanced technical competence in procedural imaging, radiation safety, sterile field maintenance, and hemodynamic monitoring while adhering to departmental protocols and regulatory standards.
Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics.
Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure.
The Interventional Rad Tech is responsible to the Unit Manager and Surgical Services Director.
Essential Job Functions:
Perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
Operates fluoroscopic and radiographic imaging systems during diagnostic and interventional procedures.
Ensures optimal image quality, positioning, and equipment settings based on procedural needs.
Maintains strict adherence to ALARA principles and all radiation safety policies.
When assigned, functions as the scrub technologist using sterile techniques to assist physicians during interventional and catheter-based procedures.
Anticipates physician needs and responds quickly and accurately during critical moments.
Actively communicates with monitor personnel to ensure procedure activities and times are documented.
Functions as the primary monitor technologist, recording hemodynamic data, pressures, and procedural events.
Ensures allergy considerations are communicated during the timeout.
Documents all supplies used, implants, contrast usage, and procedural details accurately.
Assists with patient preparation, positioning, and connecting monitoring equipment.
Conducts patient identification, procedure verification, and timeout processes in accordance with institutional policy.
Helps monitor patient condition and responds to changes during procedures.
Collaborates with nursing and physicians to identify and address contrast allergies or sensitivities.
Assists with managing supplies, restocking procedure rooms, and preparing for the next case.
Performs basic daily/weekly equipment checks to ensure all equipment is functioning properly.
Reports and documents malfunctioning equipment and assists with placing service calls when needed.
Ensures devices are cleaned, charged, and stored properly.
Recognizes the rights, responsibilities, and confidentiality of all patients from every socioeconomic background.
Conveys empathy and communicates effectively.
Education Required: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Preferred: BS in Radiologic Science/Medical Imaging.
Equity Statement:
Ability to provide care for the patient's age-specific, cultural, physical, and psychosocial wellbeing is essential.
Bilingual and/or English-Spanish speaking is preferred.
Ability to work with culturally diverse patient conditions is integral for successful completion of procedures.