Radiology - IR Tech

Interventional Technologist I

The Interventional Technologist I assists Physicians with minimally invasive, image-guided procedures to diagnose, monitor, and treat simple to complex conditions, defects, and diseases without surgery. This position is intended for those gaining experience in Interventional Radiology or Invasive Cardiology or for experienced Imaging professionals wishing to begin a career in the discipline. Assists Providers in performing minimally invasive, image-guided procedures, including but not limited to cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, angiography, device implantation, biopsies, thrombectomy, embolization, and pain management. Utilizes a variety of highly specialized radiologic equipment and techniques to perform a diverse range of diagnostic, interventional, and invasive procedures in accordance with established scope of practice guidelines. Ensures procedures are performed safely and with the highest quality standards while maintaining a consistent focus on patient care. Assists in preparing patients for procedures and provides comfort. Acts as a scrub tech while assisting Providers during procedures. Maintains a strict sterile field adhering to safety protocols. Responds to inquiries from patients and family members, providing clear information regarding diagnostic testing and expected result timelines. Collaborates with team members to provide exceptional patient care. Conducts post-testing quality reviews to confirm that all required elements are completed, documented, and align with departmental and accreditation standards. Transfers images and data to the appropriate electronic health system, enters technical data/findings, and prepares studies for reporting by physicians. Performs quality control checks, cleaning, disinfecting, and other equipment maintenance tasks per manufacturer instructions for use and regulatory guidelines. Assists with quality assurance, audits, and performance improvement tasks as requested. Provides on-call clinical coverage outside regularly scheduled duty hours on weekdays, weekends, and holidays as assigned. May engage in teaching students in the radiologic program. May serve as a departmental preceptor to provide instruction and mentorship to new or less experienced team members. Assists with onboarding of new team members. Performs other duties as assigned.