Interventional Radiographer I, 10K Sign-on Bonus

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General Summary

Under general supervision, perform routine and specialized diagnostic and therapeutic angiography procedures on patients following established parameters/protocols for use by physicians in diagnosis and treatment of pathologies.  Assist in maintaining a smooth operational flow and maximum patient volume.

• Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

 

• • Operates technical angiography equipment and applies ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with standard operating procedures, according to departmental policies, procedures/protocols and as appropriate for the particular patient.• Greets and receives patients.  Explains procedure to patient. 
• Positions patients according to department's procedure manual.  Moves and/or assists patients onto the table in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Provides radiation protection in accordance with regulations.  Selects accurate technical factors on an individual patient basis.
• Performs angiography and digital subtraction angiography procedures, utilizing nursing procedures, sterile technique and radiographic technique.
• Operates laser imagers, pressure injectors, pressure monitors and processor equipment to obtain radiographic images on patients.  Critiques radiographs for quality and accuracy, and forwards film to Film Library for reading preparation, or retakes film, as appropriate.
• Reports all potential or actual patient/equipment problems to the Manager, Radiology Nursing and/or Chief Angio Technologist and/or Radiologist.
• Reviews history and pertinent films with designated Radiologist to assure appropriate application of procedure.
• Recognizes and responds to emergency situations by utilizing CPR or contacting radiology nursing or medical personnel.  Utilizes routine nursing interventional procedures under the direction of a physician or nursing personnel, as needed.
• Sets up and maintains a sterile field by utilizing sterile technique; opens sterile procedures trays where applicable.

• • • Monitors patient condition throughout the procedure and maintains maximum patient comfort.  Uses EKG equipment, Intravenous pumps, Blood Pressure equipment, pulse oximeter and related routine equipment to maintain continuous patient care while patient is undergoing Radiologic procedures.

• Records and accumulates patient statistics on daily summary sheets; enters data into the radiology computer system.  Schedules and tracks patient information via computer systems.• Identifies all radiographs by recording patient name, date, and time.
• Completes records accurately, including number of films, exposure, Radiographer ID number, date, time, various important patient information.  Schedules patients for procedures, as needed.
• Maintains and tracks the patient's medical records through the Radiology Information System while in Radiology, assuring that it is updated, as appropriate, and available when needed.

• Prepares medications for administration by Radiologist.  Opens medication, maintaining integrity of the sterile syringes, needles, and draws-up medication for injection in accordance with departmental procedures.• Assists Radiologist with administration of radiopaque materials by setting volume and flow rates on the MedRad               power injector.

• Cleans and disinfects angiography equipment and scanner room.  Troubleshoots technical and mechanical problems, and performs minor maintenance on equipment, i.e. laser imagers and               film processors, in accordance with departmental procedures.• Maintains supplies needed on a daily basis by restocking according to inventory list in each radiology procedure               room.
• Documents all equipment problems on maintenance request forms.
• Monitors functioning of film processor; replenishes developer and fixer chemicals, and performs start-up and shut-down procedures.

• Assists physicians with specialized diagnostic and interventional procedures by handling equipment, preparing instrument trays, prepping and explaining procedures to patients and other related tasks under the supervision of a Radiologist.
• Communicates effectively with patients, nurses, and physicians, particularly regarding information on angiography procedures requiring specialized patient preparation.• Advises physicians on appropriate angio/radiographic procedures for visualization of the particular body part or vascular area.

• Handles telephone inquiries regarding physician and/or patient information relative to angiography procedures in an effective and appropriate manner.  Performs miscellaneous clerical functions, as needed. 
• Responds to "Stat" calls for angiography procedures by being               available to the Radiology resident on call on a rotating basis.

Education and Experience

• • Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology is required. Registered or Registry-eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.  Licensed by the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene as a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist. 
• One year of general Radiographer experience is preferred. 
• CPR certification is required.

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Compensation

• Pay Range: $37.66 - $56.51
• Other Compensation (if applicable): Eligible For Shift Differential
• Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide

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