Interventional Radiology Technologist

About the Role

Performs complex diagnostic and interventional procedures under the direction of a radiologist.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex diagnostic and interventional procedures under the direction of a radiologist.
• Prepares and maintains a sterile field, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards throughout procedures.
• Collaborates with radiologists and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate imaging and continuity of patient care.
• Ensures quality in imaging, patient care, and workflow.
• Performs direct patient care duties within the technologist's scope of practice, including monitoring patient condition, transporting patient, and using proper infection control techniques.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR) and PACS systems.
• Supports inventory and supply management, including checking expirations dates, stocking of supplies, and notifying appropriate personnel of shortages.
• Operates and maintains equipment safely, properly wears Dosimeter badge, and minimizes radiation exposure.
• Other duties as assigned. Prepares and administers contrast agents as directed, following safety protocols and monitoring for adverse reactions.
• Participates in time-out and procedural verification processes, ensuring correct patient identification, procedure, and site.
• Supports inventory and supply management, including checking expirations dates, stocking of supplies, and notifying appropriate personnel of shortages.
• Positions patients and equipment appropriately, and operates fluoroscopy and imaging systems to capture high-quality, real-time images for accurate guidance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of fluoroscopic equipment [Required]
• Ability to learn and master new tasks related to Interventional Radiology [Required]
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with people of diverse backgrounds [Required]
• Independent judgment [Required]
• Ingenuity and initiative [Required]
• Ability to learn and use Radiology software packages and Current PACS applications [Required]
• Ability to quickly learn and follow departmental policies and procedures [Required]
• Maintain responsibility for all Hospital continuing and annual education [Required]
• Must maintain all required registries and licenses to perform imaging procedures [Required]
• Ability to follow Basic Radiation Safety concepts of time, distance, and shielding to keep exposure levels ALARA for patients and staff [Required]
• Organizational skills [Required]
• Verbal and interpersonal communication skills [Required]
• Customer relations skills [Required]
• Proficiency in grammar/spelling [Required]
• Ability to read/comprehend and follow verbal instructions [Required]
• Keyboarding and computer skills [Required]
• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
• Associate's [Preferred]
• Radiology
• 1+ years experience [Preferred]
• Registered Technologist – Radiography RT(R)(ARRT) [Required]
• Basic Life Support – CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Compensation

• Base pay: $32.53 - $60.50/hr

Benefits

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

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