Intervent Radiology Tech 2

Sign-On Bonus Information :

The Interventional Radiology Technologist 2 position may be eligible for a competitive sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.

About the Inova Heart and Vascular Institute (IHVI) :

The Inova Heart and Vascular Institute (IHVI) offers multidisciplinary expertise in convenient locations across the Northern VA areas with state-of-the art facilities.

Our vascular program takes a pioneering approach to the treatment of vascular disease through personalized and comprehensive treatments.

Work with our award-winning team participating in a full spectrum of diagnostic, therapeutic, surgical, and interventional cardiac services.

About the Department and the Interventional Radiology Technologist 2 Position :

The Invasive Cardiovascular Labs are comprised of 14 labs (Cardiac Cath Labs, Interventional Radiology Labs, and Electrophysiology Labs) including a Comprehensive stroke center with 2 bi-plane Neurovascular rooms.

As an Interventional Radiology Technologist 2 in the IR Lab at Inova Fairfax Medical Campus, you will participate in cases related to :

Both Neuro and Vascular cases to include :

• Middle Meningeal artery Embolization
• Complex Neuro aneurysm treatments (Flow Diverter cases, coilings, & Device Assisted coilings)
• Stroke
• Staged AVM treatments

Vascular cases include :

• Complex Peripheral intervention (Atherectomy & Thrombectomy)
• Advanced Biliary intervention (BATO / BRTO & TIPS)
• Interventional Oncology (Y90 / Tace (Philips Emboguide system), Port placement, & Pain management (Cryo / Microwave))
• Vascular embolization cases (Trauma and GI, Subclavian post TEVAR, Sclerotherapy, Pelvic congestion, & AAA Endoleak repair)
• Complex Pulmonary intervention (CTEPH (Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary hypertension), Management with Balloon angioplasty & PE thrombectomy)

Job Responsibilities

• Effectively utilizes Inova Health System Inventory Management systems.
• Assists RNs to accurately explain procedures to patients and families to ease anxiety.
• Troubleshoots equipment effectively and places service calls to Biomedical when necessary.
• Anticipates procedure flow and works with other team members to produce the highest quality care.
• Provides a safe environment and identifies hazards immediately. Follows unit protocols to take corrective actions as needed.
• Demonstrates proficiency in imaging modalities in Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology such as digital, laser printing, and cut film.
• Showcases an advanced knowledge of sterile techniques while assisting and supporting interventional radiologists during procedures.
• Demonstrates proper technique for injection of IV contrast, or other test-enhancing solution, under the guidelines of the American College of Radiology (ACR).
• May perform additional duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) and American Registered Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registry in Vascular Interventional (VI), Cardiovascular (CV) or Cardiovascular Interventional(CI)

Licensure - Licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Radiologic Technologist is required only if the position is located in a free-standing center not affiliated with an Inova Health System Hospital.

Experience - One year of work experience as a Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology Technologist.

Education -Vocational / Technical in the area of study in Radiologic Technology; Graduate of an accredited school of Radiography;

Associate or higher degree preferred