Interventional Radiology Technologist | Boston Childrens Hospital
Position Summary
Performs routine and complex IR procedures on a scheduled and emergency basis following departmental QC/Exam Data Integrity Workflow Expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Examinations/Procedures
- Reviews and evaluates requisitions for IR procedures.
- Confirms procedure specific information with IR physician as well as the necessary imaging equipment, software programs, therapeutic equipment and supplies.
- Selects appropriate equipment and technical factors to optimize image quality and reduce patient radiation exposure. (ALARA).
- Complies with aseptic techniques in specimen collection and handling.
- Prepares procedure tray, imaging parameters, therapeutic equipment and supplies per physician protocol.
- Responsible for patient positioning, sterile prep and draping.
- Circulates room during procedures to assist with retrieving and opening surgical items and equipment.
- Performs the role of physician second scrub if required.
- Follows Departmental QC/Exam Data Integrity Workflow Expectations.
- Practices High Reliability Communication techniques.
- Patient/Family Relations
- Responds to the uniqueness and clinical condition of the patient.
- Creates a supportive environment for the patient and the family.
- Collaborates with IR team on patient procedure plan by assessing patients' physical and emotional status.
- Equipment
- Identifies and reports equipment malfunctions.
- General
- Participates in departmental and hospital meetings.
- Complies with ETU.
- Practices BCH 6 Core Values: excellence, innovation, communication, respect, teamwork and accountability.
- Professional Development
- Actively participates in IR simulation scenarios.
- Completes all required competencies and documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
- Furthers professional education and maintains knowledge of current regulations and standards, policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- Associates Degree, Allied Health
Experience:
- 1 year of working as a Radiologic Technologist
Licensure/Certifications
- Registered by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT)
- BLS Certification