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Interventional Radiology Tech.

Position Summary:

The Interventional Radiology Tech provides health care services to assist in interventional radiologic procedures to diagnosis and/or treat patients. Assists the interventional radiologist in performance of multi-modaility procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Position is considered to be most senior radiologic technologist role and thusly performs most complex and highest acuity radiologic procedures. Must work in an inpatient and outpatient setting.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of Committee of Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) accredited Radiology Program

• Montana Licensure (Radiology Technologist)

• American Registry of Radiological Technology (ARRT)

• American Heart Association BLS

• Minimum 2 years of previous complex radiography experience including a minimum of one (1) year of experience in diagnostic imagingwith angiographic techniques and imaging

• Compentencies in Interventional Radiology Procedures with eligibility to be board certified

• Preferred: Certification in Vascular Interventional

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs radiological exams and special procedures as requested by medical staff

• Performs US and CT guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures alongside interventional radiologist

• Performs angiographic diagnostic and therapeutic procedures alongside interventional radiologist

• Performs injections as required for procedural protocols.

• Performs fluoroscopic diagnostic and therapeutic procedures alongside radiology provider

• May assist with patient education for prep and post care of procedure, site, and implant management

• Performs post procedural image reconstruction as necessary.

• Assists radiology nursing with fluoroscopically guided PICC placements

• Performs c-arm fluoroscopy exams in the OR as requested by surgeons

• Completes documentation required for proper interpretation, reporting, archiving, and retrieval of exams

• Performs ancillary duties required to maintain proper distribution, billing, and archival of exams and procedures

• Retrieves written orders and related health information

• Participates in the implementation, monitoring, and improvement of the hospital quality indicators

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Computer applications, MS Office, EMR, internet applications and standard office equipment

• Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment

• Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times

• Self-directed, completes assignments accurately, thoroughly and with minimal oversight

• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.

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