Interventional Radiology Technologist
Core
Assists physicians in interventional procedures and provides diagnostic aid by conducting organ or body scans on patients.
Role type
Interventional Radiology Technologist
Builds
Diagnostic imaging studies and interventional procedure support
Domain
Healthcare / Medical Imaging
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Operating IR imaging equipment, administering contrast media, patient safety protocols, equipment maintenance, inventory management, RIS system usage
Preferred skills
Experience in other imaging modalities, willingness to learn IR procedures
Technologies
PACS, Radiology Information System (RIS), contrast injectors
Responsibilities
Primary set-up and takedown of procedure rooms, operating imaging equipment per physician instructions, preparing and administering contrast media, ensuring patient safety and dignity, maintaining department inventory, cleaning and disinfecting equipment and environment, inputting patient data into RIS
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on clinical staff