Interventional Radiology Technologist

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• 15K sign on We're offering a generous sign-on bonus to welcome you to

our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to

discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.

• Work Life Balance: weekdays 8s, or 10s + call
• Commuting: 50% discount on MBTA passes, parking available on nights

and weekends for call

• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance: Starts day 1
• PTO: up to 30 days annually for full-time new hires including hospital

holidays

• Retirement: A hospital funded pension plus a 403(b) with company match
• Career Growth: Opportunities for growth within divisions as well as

advancement into other modalities

Job Summary

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Operates complex diagnostic and interventional radiographic equipment. In doing so, ensures the patient is properly positioned and immobilized. Selects proper imaging factors, and uses independent judgement, ingenuity, and initiative under pressure in a variety of situations when performing patient examinations.

Utilizes and initiates fluoroscopy for the purposes of positioning during invasive procedures.

Ensures proper patient demographics and documentation for appropriate image storage for the patient record.

Includes set-up of ultrasound devices for use during procedures as needed. Participates in IR procedures within the IR departments, peri-op environments, bedside, and elsewhere as needed.

Cross-trains and supports the sub-specialties within IR including and not limited to abdominal procedures, vascular procedures, vascular surgery, Neuro IR, neurosurgery, endoscopic interventions, and cardiac surgery.

Maintains aseptic conditions preparing patients for procedures and participating in cases. Includes sterile prep for procedure following all infection control policies and Instructions for Use for associated products.

Maintains aseptic conditions preparing procedure trays, associated medications, and equipment in accordance with institutional policies and within the scope of the technologist role.

Supports physician staff in handling and management of all labs and specimens obtained during IR procedures including correct labelling and appropriate delivery of samples.

Supports drop-off and pick-up of sterile and soiled supplies between IR, soiled utility, and/or SPD as needed while following all hospital and regulatory guidelines around transport of soiled instruments.

Uses appropriate personal protective equipment and precautions from all hazardous materials (bloodborne pathogens, radiation, etc.) as stated by unit policy and hospital authorization.

Follows all hospital guidelines and policies around isolation precautions including those during aerosol generating procedures.

Assists physicians as necessary during the procedure, including and not limited to positioning of the table and/or c-arm, set up for power injections, and advanced imaging techniques such as DYNA CT.

Scrubbing in as a second operator as needed to assist the primary physician including catheter/wire management, administration of contrast, and assisting the physician to expedite the case and improve the quality of care. These practices adopted by the ASRT House of Delegates (Resolution 99-3.03, 1999). Knowledgeable and able to operate various ancillary equipment used in interventional procedures, including and not limited to cryo- and microwave ablation devices, angiojet, power injectors, EKOS, IVUS, laser, etc. and maintains competencies with all devices and attending in-services as arranged by the division.

Calibrates and verifies operation of all equipment to be used during the day and notifies appropriate personnel of equipment malfunctions. Begins trouble-shooting process and calls service engineers when repair is indicated.

Ensures appropriate storage remains available on the device during daily QC checks and ensuring images are properly recorded in PACS.

Delivers patient care under the scope of license and training.

Follows two-identifier patient identification process (Name, MRN, DOB). Maintains inventory tracking, utilization and replenishment within the patient's medical record through the division's Inventory management software. Validates all documentation associated with procedure.

Under the guidance of the inventory coordinator, assists with various tasks related to RFID tagging of product and stocking of medical/surgical supplies in appropriate RFID cabinets throughout the units.

Performs proper post-processing of all images (e.g. pixel shift, window/level) and sends all appropriate images to PACS. Includes reformatting and/or DYNA CT and advanced software as needed on a case-by-case basis.

Ensures availability of previous imaging as needed for procedures through workstation and/or Pushpage. Includes utilization of advanced software for overlay, needle-guidance, embo-guidance and/or FUSION as needed.

Ensures all hospital and departmental documentation as related to the IR procedure is complete and accurate in a timely manner including EPIC, Nuance, Mobile Aspects, Visage PACS, etc.

Remains up to date on the latest developments and trends in imaging techniques, procedures and equipment by readings, conference teachings, and seminars. Includes new technology and disposable supplies and understanding of function and usage as related to IR procedures.

Participates in educational programs and meets state and national requirements for continuing education credits including Radiation Protection per state guidelines.

May oversee and instruct various personnel and technology students within the department. This includes precepting new staff through the division and working closely with the IR Managers and supervisors while following the department Competency-Based Training program.

Maintains procedure area in an orderly manner, prepares equipment, and stocks room supplies for daily use.

Disposes of all patient information appropriately and ensures procedure space is always prepared for urgent cases.

Participates in a rotating on-call schedule for evening, weekend, and holiday coverage. Includes urgent and routine case types deemed appropriate by IR and subspecialty call-service Attending physicians.

Maintains professional, effective, and constructive working relations and communication with all departmental staff and other hospital personnel. Communicates effectively across all role groups.

Represents IR well in communication to staff outside the department. Acknowledges and participates in research programs, quality assurance and other quality improvement projects carried on in the department.

Performs all other duties as directed.

Qualifications

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS: Licenses: Required: - Radiography RT license in the state of MA Certifications: Required: - R.T(R) - ARRT - BLS Preferred: R.T.(VI) or (CV)

EDUCATION:

Minimum Required: High school diploma, GED or equivalent Certificate: Radiologic Technology

Preferred: Some college or Associate's Degree Field of Study/Additional Specialized Training: Successful completion of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

EXPERIENCE: Preferred: Minimum of 1 year of Radiography experience

WORKING CONDITIONS: Must be able to lift 40 pounds independently. Must be able to push stretcher with patient weighting 250 pounds independently. Exposure to radiation during fluoroscopic procedures; provided with proper-fitting lead. Proper use of PPE required. Exposure to blood and other bodily fluids, waste products and infectious diseases and viruses.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Additional Job Description

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

90 Blossom Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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