Cardio-Vascular Interventional Radiology Technologist

Boston Medical Center, Corp.; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center, Corp. seeks a Cardio-Vascular Interventional Radiology Technologist to join the Endovascular team. The role supports the Endovascular Suite during diagnostic and interventional procedures in cardiology, vascular surgery, and neuro-interventional radiology.

Schedule includes 36 hours with day/evening/night rotations. The CVIR Technologist ensures sterile technique, operates radiologic equipment, monitors patient status, and adheres to ALARA radiation safety while delivering

Qualifications

• Two years of post-high school training in Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT certification in Radiography and MA state license.
• Current ACLS, BLS and telemetry certification.
• Experience in interventional radiology/cardiac cath lab preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform Endovascular Suite duties to ensure safe, effective care.
• Prepare patients and explain procedures.
• Set up, operate and troubleshoot radiologic equipment with sterile technique.
• Record hemodynamic data and monitor patient status.
• Maintain ALARA radiation safety and image quality.
• Educate and train students/intern technologists.

Skills

Interventional Radiology

Aseptic technique

Cardiac anatomy

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

Post-high school Radiologic Technology

Interventional Radiology/Cath Lab training

Job description

Position: Cardio-Vascular Interventional Radiology Technologist

Department: Endovascular

Schedule: 36 Hours, Day/Evening/Night Rotation

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager of the area, the CVIR technologists provides skill and initiative to the department mission through interactions with staff, manager, clinicians and others as necessary. He/she performs technological activities of the Endovascular Suite to ensure the provision of safe and effective care for patients undergoing endovascular procedures. These may include (but not are not limited to) diagnostic and interventional procedures involving cardiology, cardiovascular, vascular surgery, Interventional and Neuro-Interventional Radiology.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

• Performs required technological duties of the Endovascular Suite to ensure the provision of safe and effective care for patients undergoing Endovascular procedures according to departmental practices and procedures and physicians instructions.

• Prepares patient by explaining the procedure.

• Assists with attaching hemodynamic monitoring equipment.

• Performs sterile prepping of anatomic location of catheter insertion.

• Ensures that the Endovascular Suites remain a sterile environment for all procedures.

• Sets up for procedures adhering to sterile technique and continues to practice sterile and aseptic technique throughout the performance of procedures.

• This may include scrubbing in, in order to prepare surgical equipment and provide equipment to surgeons.

• Assists with selection and insertion of proper catheters.

• Sets up, operates and troubleshoots radiologic equipment and uses proper technical factors appropriate to patient size, body habitus and/or pathologic state.

• Sets parameters for radiation dose and digital acquisition of images.

• Adjusts techniques when necessary to improve or obtain the highest quality study.

• Works through physician’s requirements to provide appropriate images and provides additional views and variations of techniques as requested.

• Positions patient and equipment for optimal fluoroscopic visualization and ensures their modesty and comfort at all times.

• Records hemodynamic data, patient symptoms and responses.

• Recognizes and communicates any changes in EKG, blood pressure, O2 saturation or any other parameters to the physician and team.

• Ensures that exams requested match patient condition and/or history and calls or asks proper persons for more information as necessary to perform the proper study.

• Uses supplies appropriately to minimize waste and expense.

• Completes all tasks by the end of the shift or communicates with coworkers about work that needs completion.

• Ensures that all required documentation is properly completed for billing purposes to include (but not necessarily limited to) electronic orders and paperwork related to all procedures performed and proper charging of CPT, HCPCS and supply codes.

• Archives imaging studies appropriately once procedure is complete.

• Operates a variety of specialized equipment used during procedures.

• Responds to emergency situations effectively and according to department and hospital policy and procedures.

• Anticipates and functions effectively in crisis situations as observed by supervisor and co-workers.

• Keeps radiologic equipment in working order to ensure reliability before and during procedures.

• Troubleshoots minor problems with equipment and recognizes and reports any equipment malfunction or variation to manager and or Biomedical Engineering to maximize equipment up time, patient care and minimize dollar impact to the hospital.

• Reports errors promptly and takes appropriate follow up action to rectify error.

• Provides education and training to student and intern technologists.

• Handles phone calls and all requests for services professionally, courteously and appropriately.

• Provides call coverage as required for the department.

• Participates in research initiatives and the development of research protocols.

• Participates and documents QA and QC procedures as required.

• Follows all radiation safety procedures to ensure that the patient is not compromised as it relates to radiation safety.

• Understands ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) and applies these principles at all times for self, patients and others.

• Disposes of hazardous waste appropriately.

• Wears lead apron and/or other lead protection as appropriate.

• Maintains current licensure, registrations, certifications, continuing education requirements and competencies appropriately and timely.

• Understands and models Boston Medical Center’s behavioral standards and VSSC goals.

• Performs other related duties as needed.

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Requires two years post-high school training in an approved school of Radiologic Technology.

• CVIR education normally obtained through clinical training in an Interventional Radiology and/or Cardiac Catheterization lab.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED

• Massachusetts State license in Radiography.

• Must be ARRT certified and registered in Radiography-R.T(R) and advanced certified and annual registered in either Vascular-Interventional (VI) or Cardiac-Interventional Radiography (CI) within eighteen (18) months of hire.

• All applicable continuing education credits required for certifications held.

• Current ACLS, BLS and telemetry certification required.

EXPERIENCE:

• At least 2 years as a registered radiologic technologist and 6 months in a special procedures setting (i.e. Cardiac Cath or Interventional Radiology lab) is required.

• Preferred: At least 1 year recent Cardiac Cath Lab or Interventional Radiology experience.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Requires knowledge of principles and procedures in Interventional Radiology and Cardiovascular Laboratory equipment, procedures and supplies.

• Thorough knowledge and proficiency of basic aseptic and sterile technique and principles.

• Knowledge of cardiac and vascular anatomy and physiology.

• Work requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with patients and co-workers.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Requires intermediate/advanced computer skills.

Compensation Range:

$49.88- $63.27

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans