Job Description

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

Minimum RequiredPreferred/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

Minimum RequiredPreferred/Desired

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

Training

Minimum RequiredPreferred/Desired

Special Skills

Minimum RequiredPreferred/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

Minimum RequiredPreferred/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

LabelShort DescriptionFull 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)

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

level200lbs. (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 VisionFar VisionDepth PerceptionHearing

Discrimination

AccurateAccurateModerate

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