Role Summary: The IR Technologist I performs and assists with cardiac, neuro, body, and vascular-interventional procedures, ensuring patient safety and proper documentation. They operate imaging and monitoring equipment, administer medications, and maintain sterile technique. The role involves evaluating images, managing intra-arterial access, and monitoring hemodynamic data. They educate healthcare providers and students, and follow protocols for radiation safety and patient care.
Responsibilities:
- Obtain correct patient identification, prepare for exams, and document clinical history.
- Utilize imaging protocols, optimize technical factors, and apply ALARA principles.
- Administer medications via vascular access as prescribed.
- Evaluate image quality, verify data transfer, and assist with diagnostic or interventional procedures.
- Maintain intra-arterial access and monitor physiological parameters.
- Record hemodynamic data, perform manual hemostasis, and operate quality control devices.
- Follow sterile techniques and record procedural data accurately.
- Participate in physiological monitoring and initiate ACLS protocols when necessary.
Qualifications & Skills: Certified by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT-R), with additional certifications for advanced procedures. Relevant education includes a specialty training program in radiologic technology. ACLS and PALS certifications are required for certain specialties. The role requires technical proficiency, patient care skills, and knowledge of radiation safety and sterile procedures.