Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the radiographic / digital imaging equipment and table positioning as appropriate for safe patient care. Assists physicians as scrub/circulator for Interventional Radiology procedures including, but not limited to, arteriograms for cerebral, renal, mesenteric, pelvic and extremity circulation (possible angioplasty/stent placement/thrombolytic therapy/embolization), percutaneous gastrostomy tube procedures, percutaneous nephrostomy and urologic stenting procedures, venous access procedures, venography of the extremities, inferior and superior vena cava (possible angioplasty/stent placement/filter placement/thrombolytic therapy), percutaneous cholangiogram (possible balloon dilation/stent placement/drainage catheter placement/stone extraction), transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt, endovascular repair of thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysms and is willing to adapt to new technologies and protocols. Position Purpose IR Techs use fluoroscopy (essentially real-time X-ray), specialized wires, stents and other tools to visualize the patient's condition in real time and also change what they see What you will do: Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the radiographic / digital imaging equipment and table positioning as appropriate for safe patient care. Demonstrates ability to acquire images and send images to the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS). Demonstrates ability to communicate verbally and in written form (e.g. sticky notes) clearly and effectively with other members of the team. Transports patients to and from procedural area, admitting and recovery area, and other areas within the hospital as needed. Assists with patient transfer to and from procedure table and stretcher. Establishes and maintains ongoing communication with the physician operator throughout procedures to facilitate patient safety, diagnosis, and treatment. Demonstrates willingness to learn new procedures and coordinates in-service/education for other associates, as needed. Administers contrast media under the direction of a physician. Recognizes signs of a contrast reaction and responds appropriately with corrective action. Systematically reviews history and physical, lab values, prior imaging, and correlates invasive procedure protocol with patient's physiological status. Communicates findings to physician operator and fellow team members.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees