Interventional Radiology Tech II
About The Position
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. This position is for an Interventional Radiology Technologist. We are performing the latest in procedures with state of the art equipment. We are building a new Interventional Radiology Department consisting of IR, U/S and CT procedures. The collaboration of Physicians, Nurses, NP/PAs and Technologists make this a great teaching and team environment. Job Summary: Under the direction of the Technical Director of IR/INR, the technologist performs a wide variety of Diagnostic and Interventional procedures in accordance with physician orders. This position requires a high level of technical knowledge, skill and the ability to work in close cooperation with members of a team of physicians, nurses and other technical staff. The technologist participates in research projects, inventory management and staff training. Is involved in the evaluation/instruction of new techniques and equipment. The technologist interacts with patients daily and maintains a safe, respectful and comfortable environment for the patient.
Requirements
- Vocational or Technical training in Radiologic Technology required.
- State Licensure as a MA Radiologic Technologist-Radiography required
- Registration as a RT (R) (ARRT) required
- Certificate 1 Basic Life Support required.
- 1-3 years specifically related work experience required.
- Experience with computer systems required, including some web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications that may include Outlook, Word, or Excel.
- Must be able to wear a lead apron and stand for long periods of time, multitask, work quickly and efficiently.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology preferred.
- Prefer 2 years of Special Procedure, Interventional Radiology, or Cardiac Cath. Lab. experience.
- Prefer credentialing with ARRT as a Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) or Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CV) technologist.
Responsibilities
- Technologist assists physicians and follows departmental guidelines and protocols in the performance of all diagnostic and neurointerventional radiologic procedures.
- Follows infection control, sterile technique and contrast media protocols.
- Performs operation of imaging and interventional equipment (U/S, CT 3-D, Digital subtraction, Angiojet).
- Evaluates image quality.
- Knowledge of and responsible for supply inventory, expiration and stocking.
- Maintains monthly checks for supply expiration, patient database, eyewash and equipment competencies.
- Cooperate and assists with shift coverage and on-call responsibilities
- Follows departmental guidelines and protocols in the scheduling and documentation of exams (imaging, PACS, etc.), maintaining accurate and complete records relative to the examination performed.
- Will maintain a friendly, respectful manner with patients and is responsive to the patient's physical, psychological and social needs.
- Explains procedures clearly and concisely.
- Maintains proper hand hygiene.
- Will cooperate and assist with cross-training and orientation of other employees and students.
- May be required to assist with tasks that facilitate the operational flow of the unit.
- Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures and to all federal regulations with regard to radiation safety.
Benefits
- $20,000 Sign-On Bonus!
- Full time status at BIDMC is considered for schedules greater than or equal to 30 hours per week; part time status is 20 to 29 hours per week.
- vaccination against influenza (flu)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
