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Job Description
Interventional Radiology Technologist is accountable to the Radiology Lead Technologist, Assistant Manager, and Manager. Responsible for operation of the hybrid fluoroscopy Radiologic equipment along with general radiologic equipment. Operates equipment, performing a variety of procedures on pediatric patients applying prescribed ionizing radiation for the sole purpose of producing diagnostic quality images. Responsible for coverage at off-site locations as needed.
Responsibilities
Responsible for performing routine to complex diagnostic and therapeutic technical procedures at a level that does not require constant supervision of technical detail. The technologist has a constant awareness of infection control standards, the importance of sterility and an acute awareness of patient care protocols. Operates under the supervision of a physician.
Duties 1. Performs all routine radiographic procedures according to department standards, protocols and guidelines required by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and the State of Connecticut. 2. Reviews and assesses the overall quality of images taken. 3. Sterile technique policies and practices are followed and monitored. 4. Maintains adequate stock levels and personal protection equipment 5. Actively participates in the maintenance of stock 6. Maintains professionalism in line with organizations core values and behaviors 7. Displays accuracy in proper EPIC documentation 8. Displays accuracy in image annotation and laterality marking 9. Positions properly for procedure 10. Records fluoroscopy times according to regulatory guidelines 11. Wears radiation badge accordingly 12. Wears appropriate PPE 13. Guides non radiology personnel in safe radiation practices. 14. Performs equipment quality assurance and records accordingly 15. Assist in training of staff 16. Successfully completes any continuing education, staff meetings and training 17. Follow CHAMP safety behaviors and upholds Connecticut Children’s Code of Conduct. 18. Other assigned duties as needed
Qualifications
Minimum one year experience as a Radiologic Technologist practicing in Pediatrics is required.
License and/or Certification Required: - Registered as a Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology; ARRT (R) in good standing. - Current State of Connecticut Radiographer License. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of date of hire and maintained thereafter
Preferred: Experience in biplane fluoroscopy equipment is strongly preferred. Experience in cardio-vascular interventional radiology is strongly preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities -Job requires independent problem identification, abstract reasoning and adaptability to varied environments and information, and quick decision-making. A high degree of selective attention, discernment, perception, and/or concentration is necessary. - Job requires legibility, speaking accuracy and logical sentence and paragraph organization. A working knowledge and familiarity with professional (medical) terms and definitions is required. - Job requires an ability to comprehend abstractions and to make inferences. - Job required a high level of communication skill including expression of abstract/complex ideas, use of negotiation and active listening and an ability to dialogue with multiple parties. - Job requires familiarity with fractions, percentages, ratio and proportion. - Job requires the use of critical thinking skills for complex problem solving and requires the ability to review related information to develop and evaluate options and solutions for clinical decision making - Job requires demonstration of technical expertise. - Job requires working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
About Us
Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.
At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well-being as one team.
Connecticut Children’s offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package for eligible team members, including medical, dental and vision insurance, hospital paid life and disability coverage, paid time off and leave programs, education and training assistance, a retirement savings plan with hospital match, and an employment assistance program. Eligibility for certain benefits is based on scheduled hours worked. All team members are eligible to participate in the retirement savings plan, regardless of scheduled hours worked. Additional benefit information is available here.
