Work whereevery momentmattersEvery day over more than Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkSt Vincentrsquos Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than employees It includes a bed community teaching hospital a bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport a large multispecialty provider group and special needs services for adults and children St Vincentrsquos is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network and is the systemrsquos second largest hospital Advanced technical position that provides clinical expertise and education to the interventional department to ensure that a high quality cost effective product or service is delivered in support of the health systemrsquos strategic plan and the functionsrsquo according to the policies procedures philosophy goals and objectives Operates digital equipment and performs complex invasive procedures by positioning patients and preparing contrast media to perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to assist the physician in diagnosis and treatment Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology Works with contrast media chemotherapy agents radiations agents cement resins and embolization agents This position may require performing procedures in other departments such as OR Cath lab of multiple imaging modalities This position is clinical non administrative and provides oversights for off shifts May require call as needed Responsibilitiesmiddot Assists with protocol management coordinating patient flowscheduling works closely with nursing supervisors to coordinate patient care and ensuring department coverage and modality scheduling inputmiddot Operates IR equipment to produce accurate images while maintaining sterile technique Assembles sterile trays and assumes scrub duties as necessary Accurately documents procedure performed Verify correct orders and relevant history in the patientrsquos chartmiddot Performs diagnostic and therapeutic interventional procedures by selecting the correct exposure factors utilizing the assessment of patient age pathology and diagnosis to produce technically accurate digital images to assist the radiologist in diagnosing Work with studentsmiddot Accurately inputs procedural information into electronic medical record RIS and PACS to capture necessary information regarding exams supply charges resource allocations radiation exposure as well as all relevant clinical informationmiddot Obtains all relevant patient information including but not limited to current lab values medication usage ensuring reason for exam is concordant with exam request in order to perform the appropriate exam on the correct patient to procure an accurate diagnosismiddot Explain procedures to patients and address their concerns Utilizes ALARA principles and appropriate infection control techniques to ensure a safe work environmentmiddot Assists with incident resolution emergency preparedness and maintains clinical proficiency and annual health stream Participates in the department quality safety and compliance initiativesmiddot Actively involved in employee engagement onboarding new staff and performance evaluations Participate in department meetings as needed and Lean daily management huddle boardsmiddot Appropriately maintains exam rooms supplies and equipment according to performance standards Maintains area support and reports equipment malfunctions Performs and documents quality assurance testing on equipment according to established protocols to maintain high performance of the system Transports patients as necessary Acts as a Super user in all Imaging and IT systemsmiddot Demonstrates competencies including knowledge and behaviors to meet age specific patient needs eg Pediatric Adolescents and Geriatrics and cultural diversity Works effectively as team member within the department and other units to provide quality service through pertinent knowledge communication cooperation and collaboration Work to supervise Radiology students and new hires as neededmiddot Perform other related duties as requiredWork whereevery momentmattersEvery day over more than Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkSt Vincentrsquos Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than employees It includes a bed community teaching hospital a bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport a large multispecialty provider group and special needs services for adults and children St Vincentrsquos is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network and is the systemrsquos second largest hospital Advanced technical position that provides clinical expertise and education to the interventional department to ensure that a high quality cost effective product or service is delivered in support of the health systemrsquos strategic plan and the functionsrsquo according to the policies procedures philosophy goals and objectives Operates digital equipment and performs complex invasive procedures by positioning patients and preparing contrast media to perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to assist the physician in diagnosis and treatment Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology Works with contrast media chemotherapy agents radiations agents cement resins and embolization agents This position may require performing procedures in other departments such as OR Cath lab of multiple imaging modalities This position is clinical non administrative and provides oversights for off shifts May require call as needed Responsibilitiesmiddot Assists with protocol management coordinating patient flowscheduling works closely with nursing supervisors to coordinate patient care and ensuring department coverage and modality scheduling inputmiddot Operates IR equipment to produce accurate images while maintaining sterile technique Assembles sterile trays and assumes scrub duties as necessary Accurately documents procedure performed Verify correct orders and relevant history in the patientrsquos chartmiddot Performs diagnostic and therapeutic interventional procedures by selecting the correct exposure factors utilizing the assessment of patient age pathology and diagnosis to produce technically accurate digital images to assist the radiologist in diagnosing Work with studentsmiddot Accurately inputs procedural information into electronic medical record RIS and PACS to capture necessary information regarding exams supply charges resource allocations radiation exposure as well as all relevant clinical informationmiddot Obtains all relevant patient information including but not limited to current lab values medication usage ensuring reason for exam is concordant with exam request in order to perform the appropriate exam on the correct patient to procure an accurate diagnosismiddot Explain procedures to patients and address their concerns Utilizes ALARA principles and appropriate infection control techniques to ensure a safe work environmentmiddot Assists with incident resolution emergency preparedness and maintains clinical proficiency and annual health stream Participates in the department quality safety and compliance initiativesmiddot Actively involved in employee engagement onboarding new staff and performance evaluations Participate in department meetings as needed and Lean daily management huddle boardsmiddot Appropriately maintains exam rooms supplies and equipment according to performance standards Maintains area support and reports equipment malfunctions Performs and documents quality assurance testing on equipment according to established protocols to maintain high performance of the system Transports patients as necessary Acts as a Super user in all Imaging and IT systemsmiddot Demonstrates competencies including knowledge and behaviors to meet age specific patient needs eg Pediatric Adolescents and Geriatrics and cultural diversity Works effectively as team member within the department and other units to provide quality service through pertinent knowledge communication cooperation and collaboration Work to supervise Radiology students and new hires as neededmiddot Perform other related duties as requiredLicensure Certification Registrationmiddot CT State Radiographer Licensemiddot ARRT and or ARRT VI vascular Interventional Certification or cardiovascular CVmiddot CPR certificationmiddot Basic life Support BLS Educationmiddot Graduate of Accredited program in Radiologymiddot Associates or Bachelors preferred Experiencemiddot Minimum year acute care Interventional Technologistsmiddot years leadership experience preferredmiddot Secondary language preferred Knowledge Skills and Ability Requirementsmiddot Experience with PACS and digital Technologymiddot Knowledge of cross section anatomy preferredmiddot Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions and effectively communicate informationmiddot Basic computer skillsmiddot Excellent interpersonal skills are necessary to communicate with departments employees physicians and managersmiddot Ability to multitask and prioritizemiddot Ability to handle different patient populations including difficult patientsmiddot Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills We take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour moment Licensure Certification Registrationmiddot CT State Radiographer Licensemiddot ARRT and or ARRT VI vascular Interventional Certification or cardiovascular CVmiddot CPR certificationmiddot Basic life Support BLS Educationmiddot Graduate of Accredited program in Radiologymiddot Associates or Bachelors preferred Experiencemiddot Minimum year acute care Interventional Technologistsmiddot years leadership experience preferredmiddot Secondary language preferred Knowledge Skills and Ability Requirementsmiddot Experience with PACS and digital Technologymiddot Knowledge of cross section anatomy preferredmiddot Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions and effectively communicate informationmiddot Basic computer skillsmiddot Excellent interpersonal skills are necessary to communicate with departments employees physicians and managersmiddot Ability to multitask and prioritizemiddot Ability to handle different patient populations including difficult patientsmiddot Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills We take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour moment