Interventional Radiology Tech - Peds Cath Lab

**Position Title:** ------------------- Interventional Radiology Tech - Peds Cath Lab (Needs Experience in Cath Lab) **Department:** --------------- Pediatric Cath Lab **Job Description:** -------------------- **General Description:** The Interventional Technologist I assists Physicians with minimally invasive, image-guided procedures to diagnose, monitor and treat simple to complex conditions, defects and/or diseases without surgery.  This position is intended for those who are gaining experience in Interventional Radiology or Invasive Cardiology or are experienced Imaging professionals who wish to begin a career in the discipline. **Essential Responsibilities:** _Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position.  Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position._  * Assists Providers in performing minimally invasive, image-guided procedures including but not limited to cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, angiography, device implantation, biopsies, thrombectomy, embolization and pain management. * Utilizes a variety of highly specialized radiologic equipment and techniques to perform a diverse range of diagnostic, interventional and/or invasive procedures in accordance with established scope of practice guidelines. * Ensures procedures are performed safely and with the highest quality standards, maintaining a consistent focus on patient‑centric care. * Assists in preparing patients for procedures and providing comfort. * Acts as a scrub tech while assisting Providers during procedures * Maintains a strict sterile field adhering to safety protocols. * Responds to inquiries from patients and family members, provides clear information regarding diagnostic testing and expected result timelines. * Collaborates with team members across OU Health including Providers to provide exceptional patient care. * Conducts post-testing quality reviews to confirm that all required elements are completed, documented and align with departmental and accreditation standards. * Transfers images and data to the appropriate electronic health system, enters technical data/findings and prepares study for reporting by physician. * Performs quality control checks, cleaning, disinfecting and other equipment maintenance tasks per manufacturer instructions for use and other regulatory guidelines.   * Assists with quality assurance, audits and performance improvement tasks as requested. * Provides on-call clinical coverage outside regularly scheduled duty hours on weekdays, weekends and holidays as assigned. * May support OU Health's academic partnerships by actively engaging in teaching of students in the radiologic program. * May serve as a departmental preceptor to provide instruction and mentorship to new or less experienced team members.  Assists with onboarding of new team members. **General Responsibilities:** * Performs other duties as assigned. **Minimum Qualifications:** **Education:** A graduate of post-secondary educational program in a health science (includes, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology, or paramedic/EMT) as defined by ARRT or CCI. Completion of JRCERT accredited Military Educational Program is accepted in lieu of other educational requirements. **Experience:** No experience required. **License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:** Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.  ARRT(RT), RCES or RCIS certification required within 18 months of hire. **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:**   * Demonstrates knowledge and skill in applying principles of medical imaging, positioning of patients and medical ethics. * Applies core knowledge and understanding of anatomy and physiology associated with specialty imaging procedures * Demonstrates ability and skill to apply theory, practices and techniques to perform, post-process, analyze and annotate study data or procedure documentation. * Applies knowledge of sterile fields consistently ensuring a safe environment for the patient * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and patient populations served * Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to apply HIPAA guidelines and standards. * Ability to prioritize and complete clinical or non-clinical work assignments * Ability to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations * Ability to work as part of a diverse team and communicate effectively with others. * Displays consistency and dependability by reporting to work as scheduled. * Ability to be sensitive to patients’ physical and psychological needs. * Ability to maintain accurate records and work accurately with names, numbers, and codes. **Current OU Health Employees - Please click** [HERE](https://wd5.myworkday.com/oumedicine/login.htmld) **to login.** --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------