Interventional Radiology Tech

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs sterile preparation of access sites including, but not limited to; femoral access, jugular access, radial access, pedal access, abdominal procedures and biopsies.

Manages all sharps, wires, catheters, and ancillary devices during the procedures with the physician. This includes preparation of devices before use in the patient, loading of catheters and wires, and assisting during arterial closure.

Transports patient to and from holding area to the operative suite.

Sterile preparation on the operative tray including handling and preparation of all medical devices and supplies.

Operation of the angiography and ultrasound equipment. To include positioning, troubleshooting, and patient demographic entry.

Responsible for image and data transfer to PACS. Daily verification of image transfer of each case with documenting within the logbook.

Performs according to principles of radiation safety (ALARA training) and documents radiation dose and fluoroscopy time in procedural logbook.

Maintains lead protective equipment cleanliness and radiation badge monitoring.

Unpacks, organizes, and restocks inventory of medical devices.

Communicates with IR centers admin and vendors regarding ordering of medical devices.

Operates and utilizes the Spacetrax inventory management software to maintain adequate par levels daily.

Previews patient schedule to prepare and pull all necessary inventory needed for procedures.

Cleans procedure room post procedure, including cleaning of equipment/machinery.

Responsible for the disposal of hazardous waste according to OSHA standards.

Assists with maintaining environmental integrity and aesthetics. Ensures all areas are clean, sanitary and safe on a daily basis.

Ensures all facility equipment and instruments are in proper working condition by inspecting equipment on a daily basis before and after procedures. Makes recommendations regarding replacement of equipment and repairs.

Oversees inventory usage with the IR Centers administrative team.

• Adjust Inventory par levels.

• Order interventional supplies when level is below par.

• Run cycle count reports monthly to ensure count is accurate.

• Run an expiration report monthly to ensure inventory is used accordingly.

Draws up intravenous medication and labels as per Medication Labeling Policy in the Sterile Field Competency. May perform instrument sterilization and package surgical instruments.

Complies with HIPPA policies and standards regarding patient confidentiality.

Certifications :

• BLS

  • And

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – ARRT

  • Or

• Radiologic Technologist - RT

Procedure List:

Mesenteric Angiography and Embolization

Pelvic Angiography and Embolization

Visceral Tube Placement

Liver & Soft Tissue Biopsies

Angiograms: Peripheral Vascular Intervention

Chest Port and Central Venous Catheter Placement

Biliary Tube Placement and Exchange

Venous Intervention