(6/23/2025) Interventional Radiology Technologist
Company: OU Health
Location: Oklahoma City
Posted on: June 24, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description OU Health is seeking a Interventional Radiology
Technologist for a job in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Job Description
& Requirements - Specialty: Interventional Radiology Technologist -
Discipline: Allied Health Professional - Start Date: ASAP -
Duration: Ongoing - Employment Type: Staff Pay is based on years of
applicable experience and acuity level of position /nPosition
Title:RRA - Interventional Radiology - Full Time Department:Advance
Practice Providers Job Description: General Description: The
primary role of a Radiologist Assistant (RA) is to enhance patient
care by assisting the radiologist with patient assessment, patient
management and radiological procedures. Under direction, plans,
organizes and directs all technical / procedural aspects including
equipment and related personnel of the Vascular Interventional
Radiology (VIR) department, while providing high quality clinical
care to all patients. The RA also makes initial observations of
diagnostic images but does not provide an official interpretation
in the form of a written report. 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. -
Performs clinical consultations, including initial consultation and
assessment, informed consent, follow-up visits, and patient care. -
Explains procedure to patient, significant others, and/or other
health care providers including a description of risks, benefits,
alternatives, and follow-up and determines patient compliance, if
needed, with pre-examination/procedure preparations (diet,
medications). - Formulates a plan of care for patients that
involves the patient as partner and considers the individual needs
of the patient. - Administer contrast media, radioactive materials,
or other medication as directed by the supervising radiologist and
monitor for any adverse effects. Evaluates images for diagnostic
quality and report clinical observations to the radiologist. -
Evaluates electrocardiograms for the purpose of recognizing
abnormalities that might impact the procedure/examination. -
Positions and physically prepares patient for a procedure. -
Observes and assesses patients during conscious sedation. -
Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies (e.g., drug
reactions, cardiac arrest, hypoglycemia), activate emergency
response systems, and notify appropriate personnel. - Communicates
the radiologist’s report to the referring physician consistent with
American College of Radiology guidelines. - Provides physician
prescribed post-examination/procedure instruction to the patient
and perform follow-up patient evaluation and communicate findings
to the radiologist - Documents the appropriate records for review
and co-signature by the supervising radiologist. - Actively
participates in hospital and system-wide committees and/or council.
- Assists with or performs fluoroscopic, diagnostic angiographic
and interventional special procedures. - Maintains a sterile field
and environment. General Responsibilities: - Adheres to guidelines
as it pertains to radiation dose and protection, As Low As
Reasonably Achievable (ALARA). - Maintains a clinical knowledge of
appropriate indications, contraindications, risks, and side
effects. - Maintains knowledge of all procedural products -
Identifies opportunities for clinical quality as well as workplace
improvement. - Maintains a knowledgeable base for all VIR
procedures and techniques. - Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications: The individual must be able to demonstrate
the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact
appropriately to the patients served as specified below. They must
also demonstrate knowledge of the principles relative to the
patient’s age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as
described in the department policy and procedures. Education /
Experience: Minimum 1-3 years of experience or Completion of an
accredited academic institution as a Registered Radiology
Assistant. Accreditation is required. MS candidate preferred must
achieve a Solid/Strong/Good performance rating or higher on annual
performance evaluation for consideration and to maintain status
annually. License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:
Registration with the American Registry of Radiological Technology
(ARRT). Current state RA license. Current Basic Life Support issued
by the American Heart Association required upon hire. If practicing
in an inpatient setting the following certification must be
obtained: Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the VIR procedures,
medications, operation and monitoring of ionizing radiation
equipment, apparatus and storage. Knowledge of prescribed safety
standards as outlined by the Council of Radiation Protection and
Monitoring. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Ability to
establish and maintain effective relationships with other medical
staff, peers and subordinates. Effective verbal and written
communication. Able to obtain history and physical exam, informed
consent, and follow-up progress notes. Demonstrates highly
developed clinical assessment and analytical skills. Practices
solid communication skills, and is able to articulate and translate
the patient's condition to other care providers and to negotiate
and make recommendations for changes in patient care and clinical
practices. Applies evidence based practice as a regular aspect of
professional practice. Demonstrates critical thinking in all areas
of professional practice. Current OU Health Employees - Please
click HERE 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. OU Health Job ID R0048648. Posted
job title: RRA - Interventional Radiology - Full Time About OU
Health OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health
system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000
employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice
providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network
with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma
and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s
hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health
Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which
serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical
Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital
Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100
Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program
at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top
facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21
rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as
high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and
Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare
in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention,
treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through
innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing
in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to
achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion
and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will
provide quality health care to our community through the work you
do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to
further your career and we invite you to explore our available
positions. Benefits - Medical benefits - Dental benefits - Vision
benefits - Life insurance - Pet insurance - Sick pay - Continuing
Education - 401k retirement plan - Wellness and fitness programs -
Employee assistance programs - Benefits start day 1
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