The Interventional Radiology Technologist is responsible for circulating and scrubbing roles during procedures, patient teaching and assisting with patient care.

This is a full-time position working day shifts M-F out of our Edina and Woodbury locations. 

Vascular & Interventional Experts is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices, owned and led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare. We have a comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Plan, Maternity Bundle, 401K with Profit Sharing, Tuition Reimbursement, Gym & Car Rental Discounts and more.

Essential Functions: 

Demonstrates an expert knowledge of radiological equipment & safety, shielding techniques, expert imaging skills and equipment trouble-shooting skills, analyzing and recording equipment and other equipment utilized in the IR department.  Circulate and scrub during procedures, patient teaching, assisting with patient care within scope of practice, inventory management and schedule coordination.  Able to identify adverse events or unanticipated outcomes using critical thinking skills and notifies the medical staff including nurses and physicians appropriately Practice Radiation Safety in accordance with regulations. Selects accurate technical factors on an individual patient basis  Applies knowledge of radiation physics and safety regulations to limit radiation exposure  Assist VIE Manager with accurate data collection, documentation, and data entry for compliance Maintain documentation and records, staff competencies, monitors and performs all relevant technical quality indicators as required by accreditation standards  Perform specialty equipment troubleshooting, repair and maintenance as indicated or instructed by vendor or clinical engineering  Analyzes and assists in resolving problems resulting in improvement of patient care, practice, and system operations.  Initiate process improvement projects which improve clinical practice, patient outcomes and delivery of patient-family centered care at VIE  Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements: 

Graduate of an ARRT-approved Radiologic Technology Program.  RT(R) required. RT(VI), RT(CV), or RT(CT), preferred. Willing to cross-train. Experience as an interventional technologist preferred. BLS required; ACLS preferred.

Essential Requirements:

Ability to:

Comply with company policies, procedures, practices and business ethics guidelines. Complete job required training. Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.) Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance Work in the clinic, office or surgery center during business hours  Travel independently throughout the clinic, office or surgery center (which may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending, lifting, standing, stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be required Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately and meet deadlines Communicate and interact in a respectful and professional manner Prioritize workload while being flexible to meet the expectations of the daily operations Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions Understand and execute a variety of instructions Effectively operate equipment and communicate on and operate the phone system Work independently with minimal supervision Travel to other work locations, if required

Performance Expectations – i-Health’s Core Values:

Integrity - Do the right thing and take responsibility for what you do and say Service - Consistently contribute to deliver an exceptional experience Quality - Act with high purpose, committed effort, and skillful execution to exceed expectations Innovation - Identify progressive solutions that improve service, teamwork, efficiency, and/or effectiveness Teamwork - Be a part of the whole; support each other positively

Environmental Conditions:

Clinic/office/surgery center setting

Notes

Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008.  This position description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and Additional Job Functions are subject to modification.