Interventional Radiology Tech II

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Boston, MA

7d•Onsite

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. The Interventional Radiology Technologist position is eligible for a signing bonus of up to $5k!!! Sign on bonuses are paid out in two payments. You will receive your first payment (half of the total amount) within the first 30 days of employment and is subject to applicable taxes. You will receive the second payment (remaining balance) at six (6) months following your start date and is subject to applicable taxes. 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. Please note, per diem employees are not eligible for sign on bonuses. Current and Former BILH candidates - restrictions apply. BIDMC Internal employees or employees within the BILH system are not eligible for the bonus or if you have been employed by a BILH entity within the last 12 months. Please note, sign on bonuses are subject to change based on the organization’s hiring needs and will be determined by Talent Acquisition on an ongoing basis. BILH/BIDMC Talent Acquisition reserves the right to change sign on bonus eligible jobs and amounts at any time. 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.

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.
Must be able to wear a lead apron and stand for long periods of time, multitask, work quickly and efficiently.