Interventional Radiology Special Procedures Technologist

Advocate Health

7d • $38 - $57

About The Position

The Interventional Radiology Special Procedures Technologist operates sophisticated radiographic and auxiliary equipment to obtain high-quality images for interventional radiology procedures. The technologist positions and prepares patients, selects technical factors to produce quality images with the lowest possible radiation dose, obtains and transmits DSA and DA images to PACS, and assists radiologists and other specialists during diagnostic and complex interventional procedures. Work includes vascular and neurovascular interventions, such as vessel declotting, venous ablations, uterine fibroid embolization, aneurysm coiling, stent placement, and stroke interventions.

The role includes preparing examination rooms and supplies, maintaining sterile technique, assisting with patient monitoring, and supporting patient care and transportation to maintain timely patient flow. The technologist communicates with patients, families, physicians, and other customers; reports safety issues; maintains supplies and records; and contributes to quality improvement, department operations, and a safe work environment. The position also includes providing instruction and direction to students and other technologists, maintaining professional development, and responding to emergency calls within 45 minutes.

This is a full-time position scheduled for four 10-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday, with shared and rotated on-call coverage for overnight, weekend, and holiday needs. The role requires on-call availability and may involve flexible or extended hours, overtime, radiation exposure, prolonged standing while wearing a lead apron, and lifting demands. Pay range is $38.20–$57.30 per hour. Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000.

Requirements

• Attendance at an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT registration.
• Ability to perform most interventional radiology procedures commonly performed in a specials lab, usually with close supervision of the radiologist.
• Ability to use various radiographic equipment to obtain images of optimal quality.
• Teamwork and cooperation with internal and external customers; good communication skills.
• Ability to recognize the needs and behaviors of patients in a variety of age groups and provide age-appropriate care.
• Ability to deal with extremely ill patients and communicate with patients.
• Ability to adjust to flexible work hours, long hours, and overtime, and to participate in on-call coverage with minimal notice.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; for patient lifts over 35 pounds or when a patient cannot assist, use patient-handling equipment with at least one other associate when available.
• Ability to perform light, medium, and heavy lifting as described in the posting, and to stand for long periods wearing an approximately 20-pound lead apron.
• Ability to make independent professional decisions using good judgment and to provide high-quality patient care and demonstrate technical competence.
• Ability to function with minimal assistance, demonstrate oral and written communication skills, and work effectively with physicians and nurses in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Position and immobilize patients to demonstrate the correct anatomy and blood vessels for examination.
• Select technical factors and obtain high-quality images while minimizing patient radiation dose.
• Obtain DSA and DA images for interventional procedures and transmit images to PACS for radiologist interpretation.
• Assist in complex vascular and neurovascular interventional procedures, including vessel declotting, UFE, venous ablations, aneurysm coiling, stent placement, and stroke interventions.
• Work with interventional radiologists, vascular surgeons, neuroradiologists, neurosurgeons, and other specialists during procedures.
• Set up patients on cardiac and other monitoring systems and recognize normal monitor ranges.
• Prepare patients using sterile technique, including sterile prep and draping and preparation of injectable contrast and solutions.
• Prepare examination rooms, equipment, and supplies for procedures and assist radiologists during angiograms and special procedures, including with arterial needles and catheters.
• Operate special-procedure equipment according to safety standards, including X-ray generators, power injectors, computerized radiographic equipment, and patient monitors.
• Assist with patient care and transportation to and from care areas to maintain timely patient flow.
• Explain examinations to patients and families, provide updates on procedure progress, and maintain positive customer relations and appropriate phone etiquette.
• Provide radiologists with patient history, prior examinations, contraindications, and other relevant information.
• Respond to emergency calls within 45 minutes and participate in the on-call program.
• Maintain inventory and secure supplies and equipment; record pertinent patient information for accurate procedure charging.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, perform minor housekeeping, and use Universal Precautions.
• Promote patient safety by reporting issues through established channels and participating in safety initiatives.
• Participate in team problem-solving and quality improvement related to patient care, department operations, image quality, interdepartmental relationships, and employee satisfaction.
• Provide instruction and direction to students in the clinical program and help evaluate their performance; instruct technologists in specific related duties.
• Attend department meetings, complete development goals, in-services, and competencies on time, and pursue self-directed professional development.
• Maintain a consistent and professional work schedule and adapt to changes while working independently.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Premium pay may be available for shift and on-call work; incentive pay applies to select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Sign-on bonus eligibility up to $5,000 for qualified candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed