Interventional Radiology Technologist I or II - League City Campus (M-F 3p to 1130p)nnLeague City, Texas, United StatesnnAllied HealthnnUTMB HealthnnRequisition # 2405892nnThis is an open-pooled position. Applicants' education/experience will be considered and the position may be filled at a lower or higher level, as appropriate.nnINTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST InnMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSnnEducation and Experience:nnAssociate’s of Applied SciencennGraduate of an accredited radiologic technologist programnn0+ years of experiencennLicenses, Registrations, and Certifictions:nnAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT-R)nnTexas Medical Board certification (MRT)nnAmerican Heart Association (BLS and PALS)nnJOB DESCRIPTIONnnThe Interventional Radiology Technologist I position works as part of a procedural team to complete a wide variety of Interventional procedures, to include Body and Neuro Interventional procedures. This position provides direct assistance to physicians, sterilely prep/drape patients, scrub assist, and circulate during interventional procedures. This Interventional Radiology Technologist I position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to Interventional Radiology exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. This position is a member of the direct patient care team.nnESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSnnPromotes a positive work environment.nnCollaborates with all members of the patient care team.nnUses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.nnUtilizes verbal, nonverbal & written communication to achieve mutual understanding.nnProactively responds to patient needs.nnOptimizing protocols to provide for better patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors.nnAssists physicians during diagnostic procedures or fluoroscopic procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.nnUtilizes AIDET incorporating Key Words and MANAGE UP techniques, when speaking to patients and family members at an age-appropriate level.nnPractices radiation safety and ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable)nnFollows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly.nnMaintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures.nnComplies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices, and policies.nnParticipates in WASTE walks and supports department LEAN projects.nnReports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.nnPerforms daily imaging equipment quality control (QC) ensuring all imaging equipment is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.nnUtilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e., medications) or potential outcomes and obtains assistance, as appropriate.nnProvides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.nnUses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.nnEnsures their personal timecard is accurate and approves it in a timely manner to prevent retro amendments.nnParticipates in department projects or shared governance activities.nnSeeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a technologist.nnKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESnnDemonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.nnSufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially regarding activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.nnAbility to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.nnPossesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.nnExhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.nnAdapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing workflow, and actively participating in problem-solving.nnWORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENTnnWork attire is scrubs.nnEquipment you will be using:nnUltrasonographic units of various vendorsnnFluoroscopic units of various vendorsnnCT equipment of various vendorsnnElectronic Health RecordnnPACSnnEmployee will be asked to travel to other UTMB campuses.nnEmployees are required to participate in call, weekend, holiday, and disaster team rotations to include emergencies and severe weather.nnMay be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing & non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients or others.nnMust be able to push or pull a minimum of 50 pounds.nnMust be able to walk long distances.nnMust be able to stand for a continuous 240 minutes at a time.nnWORK SCHEDULEnnMonday - Friday 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm, with possible callnnINTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST IInnMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSnnEducation & ExperiencennAssociates of Applied SciencennGraduate of an accredited radiology programnn3+ years of experiencennLicenses, Registrations & CertificationsnnAmerican Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT-R)nnAmerican Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT-VI) or American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT-CV)nnTexas Medical Board certification (MRT)nnAmerican Heart Association (BLS and PALS)nnJOB DESCRIPTIONnnThe Interventional Radiology Technologist II position is an experienced technologist who completes a variety of routine to complex body and neuro interventional procedures to include common and unique procedures of high difficulty. This position is a member of the direct patient care team and is fully competent in all aspects of Interventional Radiology. The Interventional Technologist II position serves as a mentor to the Interventional Technologist I and students by utilizing skills and knowledge to help train and educate others. This position works independently by exercising sound judgment and executing above average clinical skills on challenging Interventional procedures and patient care situations. The Interventional Technologist II position provides direct assistance to physicians with all Interventional procedures. This position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to Interventional Radiology exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.nnESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSnnPromotes a positive work environment.nnCollaborates with all members of the patient care team.nnGuides and mentors Interventional Radiology Technologist I and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge, and abilities.nnUses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.nnUtilizes active communication and reports pertinent patient care information in a comprehensive manner.nnProactive in responding to patient needs.nnAssists in the performance of Interventional procedures, using a wide variety of imaging equipment and specialty suppliesnnOptimizes protocols to provide for better patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors.nnAssists physicians during diagnostic procedures or fluoroscopic procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.nnUtilizes AIDET incorporating Key Words and MANGAGE UP techniques, when speaking to patients and family members at an age-appropriate level.nnPerforms diagnostic radiologic procedures to include common and special diagnostic and fluoroscopic exams of complex nature.nnPractices radiation safety and ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable)nnFollows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly.nnMaintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures.nnComplies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices, and policies.nnIdentifies LEAN opportunities and WASTE, providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.nnReports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.nnUtilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e., contrast media and medications) or potential outcomes, as appropriate.nnEnsures all imaging equipment has had quality control (QC) performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use.nnAssists with implementation and education of department based, safety initiatives and standards of practice.nnProvides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.nnUses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.nnEnsure their personal timecard is accurate and approves it in a timely manner to prevent retro amendments.nnLeads departmental special projects, initiatives and/or shared governance activities.nnSeeks opportunities to expand learning with a focus on continual development.nnFosters a positive and constructive teaching environment.nnKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESnnDemonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.nnSufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially regarding activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.nnAbility to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.nnAbility to work independently; capable of handling challenging / difficult diagnostic procedures and patient care situations. Demonstrates sound judgment and executes above average clinical skills.nnPossesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.nnExhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.nnAdapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing workflow and actively participating in problem-solving.nnWORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENTnnWork attire is scrubs.nnEquipment you will be using:nnUltrasonographic units of various vendorsnnFluoroscopic units of various vendorsnnCT equipment of various vendorsnnElectronic Health RecordnnPACSnnEmployee may be asked to travel to other UTMB campuses.nnEmployees are required to participate in call, weekend, holiday, and disaster team rotations to include emergencies and severe weather.nnMay be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing & non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients or others.nnMust be able to push or pull a minimum of 50 pounds.nnMust be able to walk long distances.nnMust be able to stand for a continuous 240 minutes at a time.nnWORK SCHEDULEnnMonday - Friday 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm, with possible callnnEqual Employment OpportunitynnUTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.nnCompensation