Interventional Radiology Technologist

The University of Kansas Hospital; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Hospital is seeking a Radiologic Technologist in Kansas City, Kansas. The role includes assisting in diagnostic, interventional, and therapeutic imaging procedures while ensuring proper documentation and patient safety.

Candidates must be a High School Graduate, certified in Basic Life Support, and possess a Kansas Radiologic Technologist license. Preferred qualifications include an Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology and experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab.

Qualifications

• Must have BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist in Kansas.
• 1+ years of experience in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist during physician supervised radiologic procedures.
• Maintain sterile preparation of patient access areas.
• Ensure proper documentation of contrast material use.
• Participate in patient safety measures.
• Participate in training of radiology residents as needed.

Skills

Competence in radiologic procedures

Patient safety adherence

Sterile field preparation

Radiation protection

Education

High School Graduate

Associates Degree in Radiologic Technology

Bachelors Degree in Healthcare Related Field

Tools

Radiologic equipment

Inventory tracking system

Job description

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.
• Accountable for ensuring proper documentation of the use of contrast material and ensuring there is appropriate documentation related to patient charges.
• 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.
• Follow all organizational policies in regard to confidentiality, HIPAA and maintaining a safe and protected work environment.
• Report any action that is detrimental to co‑workers, patients, physicians and this organization.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment. Rooms and equipment should be properly cleaned prior to each procedure.
• Follow organizational policies for infection reduction and maintain them closely.
• Maintain required state and national licensure as a technologist, certification for life support response and IV competence.
• Understand and utilize the inventory tracking system and be able to order supplies when the opportunity presents.
• Maintain proper radiation protection (apron, thyroid, glasses) and ensure personal radiation monitoring device is worn appropriately at all times during procedures.
• Participate in patient safety by participating in “time out” procedures, post procedure “huddles” and abiding by the organizational policies and guidelines related to Culture of Safety.
• Participate in regular on‑call responsibilities and be frequently required to stay and work overtime to provide coverage to complete patient care needs.
• Participate in the training process developed for technologist preceptorship and provide assistance to Radiology residents as requested.
• Perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary depending on the 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) – Kansas Board of Healing Arts (KSBHA)

Knowledge Requirements

• Second language preferred

Location: Radiology, Kansas City, Kansas, United States

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.