Interventional Radiologic Technologist

Position Title

Interventional Radiologic Technologist

Bell Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest

This specialty certified technologist assists in the performance of diagnostic,
interventional and therapeutic radiologic and ultrasonic guided imaging
procedures. This technologist is highly trained in working in surgical type work
environments and is specifically trained to work in a sterile field. This job
description has been approved by the Radiology Director, Chairman of Radiology,
and Executive Committee of the Medical Staff.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

* Must maintain competence in assisting during physician supervised procedures
with proper sterile preparation of patient access areas, procedure trays and
miscellaneous supplies and devices used during the procedure.
* This technologist is also accountable for ensuring the proper documentation
of the use of contrast material and ensuring there is appropriate
documentation related to patient charges.
* Must maintain professional, clinical, and technical competency to perform
radiologic diagnostic imaging procedures incorporating access techniques
developed for specific vascular (arterial and venous), spinal, neurological
and general chest, abdomen, pelvis and extremity locations.
* Responsible for completion of mandatory educational assignments as provided
by the supervisor, nurse manager or director
* The technologist follows all organizational policies in regard to
confidentiality, HIPPA and maintaining a safe and protected work environment.
* The technologist is responsible for reporting any action that is detrimental
to co-workers, patients, physicians and this organization.
* The technologist is responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work
environment. Rooms and equipment should be properly cleaned prior to each
procedure.
* Organizational policies for infection reduction are to be closely followed
and maintained.
* This technologist is personally responsible for maintaining required state
and national licensure as a technologist, certification for life support
response and IV competence.
* This technologist is required to be able to understand and utilize the
inventory tracking system and be able to order supplies when the opportunity
presents.
* This technologist is responsible for maintaining proper radiation protection
(apron, thyroid, glasses) and ensuring that personal radiation monitoring
device is worn appropriately at all times during procedures.
* This technologist participates with patient safety by participating in “time
out” procedures, post procedure “huddles” and abiding by the organizational
policies and guidelines related to Culture of Safety.
* This technologist position does require participating in regular on-call
responsibilities and is frequently required to stay and work overtime to
provide coverage to complete patient care needs.
* This technologist will participate in the training process developed for
technologist preceptorship and provide assistance to Radiology residents as
requested.
* Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical
competencies of the assigned unit or department.
* These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job
and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills
and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may
be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

* High School Graduate

Preferred Education and Experience

* Associates Degree in Radiologic Technology OR
* Associates Degree Cardiovascular Technology OR
* Associates Degree Vascular Technology OR
* Associates Degree Healthcare Related Field OR
* Bachelors Degree Healthcare Related Field
* 1 or more years Previous Experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional
Radiology, or Electrophysiology Lab

Required Licensure and Certification

* Basic Life Support Heartsaver (BLS HS) (Non-Clinical) - American Heart
Association (AHA)
* Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
* Licensed Radiologic Technologist (LRT) - State Board of Healing Arts within
90 Days

Knowledge Requirements

* Second language preferred

Time TYPE

Job Requisition ID

R-55651

Important Information for You to Know as You Apply

* The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer.  Qualified
applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation),
national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic
information, or any other legally-protected status.  See also Diversity,
Equity & Inclusion
[https://jobs.kansashealthsystem.com/diversity-equality-and-inclusion].

* The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals
with disabilities.  If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your
disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters
know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link
asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu [asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu].

* Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things,
agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program. pdf
[https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/38901/cms/health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf]
and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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