The Interventional Radiology Technologist is responsible for circulating and scrubbing roles during procedures, patient teaching and assisting with patient care.
This is a full-time, benefits eligible position working daytime hours. 5 days per week at our Edina location but may also support Woodbury. No weekends, holiday, or on-call work required.
Vascular & Interventional Experts is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices, owned and led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare.
Essential Functions :
- Demonstrates an expert knowledge of radiological equipment & safety, shielding techniques, expert imaging skills and equipment trouble-shooting skills, analyzing and recording equipment and other equipment utilized in the IR department.
- Circulate and scrub during procedures, patient teaching, assisting with patient care within scope of practice, inventory management and schedule coordination.
- Able to identify adverse events or unanticipated outcomes using critical thinking skills and notifies the medical staff including nurses and physicians appropriately
- Practice Radiation Safety in accordance with regulations. Selects accurate technical factors on an individual patient basis
- Applies knowledge of radiation physics and safety regulations to limit radiation exposure
- Assist VIE Manager with accurate data collection, documentation, and data entry for compliance
- Maintain documentation and records, staff competencies, monitors and performs all relevant technical quality indicators as required by accreditation standards
- Perform specialty equipment troubleshooting, repair and maintenance as indicated or instructed by vendor or clinical engineering
- Analyzes and assists in resolving problems resulting in improvement of patient care, practice, and system operations.
- Initiate process improvement projects which improve clinical practice, patient outcomes and delivery of patient-family centered care at VIE
- Other duties as assigned
Education and Experience Requirements :
Graduate of an ARRT-approved Radiologic Technology Program. RT(R) required.RT(VI), RT(CV), or RT(CT), preferred. Willing to cross-train.Experience as an interventional technologist preferred.BLS required; ACLS preferred.Benefits & Compensation :
Actual starting pay will vary based on education, skills, and experience.We offer a comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Plan, Maternity Bundle, 401K with Profit Sharing, Tuition Reimbursement, Gym & Car Rental Discounts - to learn more click here.Essential Requirements :
Ability to :
Comply with company policies, procedures, practices and business ethics guidelines.Complete job required training.Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.)Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendanceWork in the clinic, office or surgery center during business hoursTravel independently throughout the clinic, office or surgery center (which may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending, lifting, standing, stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be requiredWork at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately and meet deadlinesCommunicate and interact in a respectful and professional mannerPrioritize workload while being flexible to meet the expectations of the daily operationsApply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusionsUnderstand and execute a variety of instructionsEffectively operate equipment and communicate on and operate the phone systemWork independently with minimal supervisionTravel to other work locations, if requiredPerformance Expectations - i-Health's Core Values :
Integrity - Do the right thing and take responsibility for what you do and sayService - Consistently contribute to deliver an exceptional experienceQuality - Act with high purpose, committed effort, and skillful execution to exceed expectationsInnovation - Identify progressive solutions that improve service, teamwork, efficiency, and / or effectivenessTeamwork - Be a part of the whole; support each other positivelyEnvironmental Conditions :
Clinic / office / surgery center settingNotes
Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health) is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008.We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here : http : / / www.uscis.gov / e-verify / employeesThis position description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and Additional Job Functions are subject to modification.
