Job Summary:
In accordance with the Purpose, Vision, Values, Coast Salish Teachings, and strategic direction of PHSA, safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
The Radiological Technologist, Interventional Procedures performs diagnostic and interventional angiographic, radiographic examinations and inventory analysis in accordance with departmental policy and procedure observing safe radiation protection practices. The role performs duties that include receiving and completing requisitions, entering relevant data into the radiology information system, preparing examination trays and patients, following aseptic technique, for specific procedures, assists Radiologist in procedures, operating computerized imaging equipment including processing and archiving of acquired data, monitoring patient during procedures and monitoring equipment performance.
Duties/Accountabilities:
1. Performs diagnostic and interventional procedures in accordance with established procedures by completing requisitions and related paperwork including laboratory forms and entering patient information into the radiology information system and image processing systems as required, correlating clinical history with examination to be performed, positioning patient and explaining clinical procedures, performing venipuncture for contrast media injections as directed by the Radiologist, operating radiographic and computerized imaging equipment including processing images and archiving of acquired data, labelling permanent records and checking technical results to ensure departmental standards are followed.
2. Assists Radiologist and associate imaging physicians during cardiac, neuro and body imaging procedures by acting as circulation and scrub support during procedural examinations and treatments.
3. Monitors patient during procedures by observing and responding to possible contrast media reactions or other emergent situations in accordance with facility policies and procedures; may be required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the event of an emergency.
4. Images studies using radiography equipment and departmental information systems by checking to ensure applicable patient identification listed, collating images with requisitions, and requesting previous studies. Reports malfunctioning equipment to Supervisor.
5. Facilitates the workflow of designated work area by methods such as checking information on requisitions meets departmental standards, regulating inpatient examination time, arranging departmental and/or facility porters.
6. Performs quality control duties such as scheduling and performing equipment tests in accordance with recommended manufacturers' guidelines, recording results as well as identifying malfunctioning equipment for repair. Notifies Supervisor of all quality control issues for determination of appropriate action.
7. Participates in the departmental Continuous Quality Improvement/LEAN programs by using established monitoring and auditing methodologies to perform quality assurance checks such as patient/physician satisfaction or booking protocols.
8. Maintains designated work area by checking and cleaning equipment, setting up examination trays, using aseptic technique, for specific procedures, receiving and stocking supplies in designated area, identifying depleted items and notifying Supervisor of purchases as required.
9. Demonstrates procedures and usage of equipment to staff including medical residents, technologists and students. Participates in orientation of new employees.
10. Participates in maintaining patient and hospital records by entering data into the radiology and hospital information system as required.
11. Responds to inquiries from other clinical areas regarding patient examinations and schedules and refers other concerns to appropriate supervisor as required.
12. Determines workload measurements and compiles workload statistical reports and other reports, as required; develops and maintains statistical data related to items such as department activity levels, attendance, leaves of absence, and performance appraisals; makes recommendations to the Director on how services may be improved.
13. Ensures that the department meets Health and Safety rules, regulations and practices such as Fire, Disaster, WHMIS, Smart Moves and Infection Control by updating department staff on changes to safety procedures, following up on safety recommendations and ensuring that staff are adequately trained and authorized to operate machinery and equipment.
14. Participates in approved research and special projects in collaboration with Supervisor and other health care professionals.
15. Maintains equipment by monitoring its operation and making arrangements for maintenance and repairs as required.
16. Controls inventory content and levels on department equipment and supplies. Reviews and analyzes reports from electronic inventory system to ensure appropriate inventory levels meet user requirements. Maintains inventory system control, reporting concerns to supervisor as required.
17. Regularly audits inventory levels and investigates discrepancies and refers concerns to Manager/designate. Reviews non-inventory purchases and recommends addition of items to inventory.
18. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements. Immediately reports unsafe situations by notifying supervisor or other appropriate personnel.
19. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education, Training and Experience
- Certification with the CAMRT.
A minimum of two (2) years’ recent experience in interventional radiography procedures or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated knowledge of theory and practice for general radiology, angiography and interventional procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for Medical Imaging practitioners established by the CAMRT and/or other relevant national professional associations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the aseptic techniques.
- Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practice related to designated modality.
- Demonstrated knowledge of theory and practice for Interventional Radiology.
- Demonstrated knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with medical imaging equipment.
- Demonstrated skill in IR techniques and the use of applicable equipment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of PACS/radiology information systems, i.e. digital imaging, image archiving and retrieval.
- Demonstrated knowledge of research process and methodology.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
- Demonstrated ability to plan and establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
- Demonstrated ability in Intravenous Therapy.
- Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Knowledge of organization policies, procedures and standards of care, including practice of safe work procedures with modality equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate, facilitate, coach and mentor staff.
- Demonstrated ability to deal with and/or guide others in resolution of conflict issues.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated computer skills with current computer applications.
