Interventional Radiology Technologist

Boston Children's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Affordable health, vision and dental insurance

Generous time off

403(b) Retirement Savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital in Boston, MA is seeking a skilled Radiologic Technologist to perform routine and complex IR procedures while ensuring high patient care standards and safety protocols. You will collaborate with the IR team and engage with patients and their families to create a supportive environment.

Ideal candidates will have an Associates Degree, be ARRT registered, and possess strong communication skills. A comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development are part of the offering.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT).
• BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex IR procedures.
• Prepare procedure trays and imaging parameters.
• Assist with patient positioning and sterile prep.

Skills

Patient positioning

Aseptic techniques

Technical factors optimization

High Reliability Communication

Education

Associates Degree, Allied Health

Tools

Imaging equipment

Therapeutic equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Performs routine and complex IR procedures on a scheduled and emergency basis following departmental QC/Exam Data Integrity Workflow Expectations.

Key Responsibilities

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. Equipment

• Identifies and reports equipment malfunctions.

4. General

• Participates in departmental and hospital meetings.
• Complies with ETU.
• Practices BCH 6 Core Values: excellence, innovation, communication, respect, teamwork and accountability.

5. 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

Benefits

Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T‑passes.