Interventional Radiology Tech - Intervention Services

Interventional Radiology Tech

The Interventional Radiology/Cardiology Radiologic Technologist supports diagnostic and interventional procedures through expert operation of fluoroscopic imaging equipment, sterile technique, and procedural workflow coordination. This role works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care. The technologist demonstrates advanced technical competence in procedural imaging, radiation safety, sterile field maintenance, and hemodynamic monitoring while adhering to departmental protocols and regulatory standards. Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. The Interventional Rad Tech is responsible to the Unit Manager and Surgical Services Director.

Responsibilities Essential Job Functions:

• Perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
• Operates fluoroscopic and radiographic imaging systems during diagnostic and interventional procedures (e.g., vascular, non-vascular, cardiac catheterization without EP or structural components)
• When assigned, functions as the scrub technologist using sterile techniques to assist physicians during interventional and catheter-based procedures
• When assigned, functions as the primary monitor technologist, recording hemodynamic data, pressures, and procedural events
• Assists with managing supplies and par levels, restocking procedure room, tracking expiration dates, rotating stock, and receiving, unpacking, labeling, and shelving incoming inventory
• Perform basic daily/weekly equipment checks (fluoro readiness, imaging equipment diagnostics, injector checks, lead apron integrity inspections, etc.), ensuring all equipment is inspected, calibrated, and functioning properly before use
• Recognize the rights, responsibilities, and confidentiality of all patients from every socioeconomic background, conveying empathy and communicating effectively

Additionally, the employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures. Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position (reference program education curriculum). Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education Required: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
• Licenses/certifications/registrations Required: Current Oregon State licensure issued by OBMI, ARRT certification, RT(R); current BLS, ACLS certification (or within 6 months of hire); Certifications specific to areas of clinical specialty preferred (e.g., RCIS, NIH Stroke Scale)
• Experience Required: At least one year's experience in Interventional Radiology and/or Cath Lab managing fluoroscopy and scrubbing interventional cases
• Other: Fixed fluoroscopy equipment, portable ultrasound, IVUS. Ability to provide care for the patient's age-specific, cultural, physical, and psychosocial wellbeing. Bilingual and/or English-Spanish speaking preferred

Good Shepherd Health Care System