Interventional Radiology Tech - Full-time (variable shifts) New Grads encouraged to apply

Frederick Health•Frederick, MD

10d•$34 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Frederick Health is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technologist for a full-time variable shift which includes required weekdays, weekends, call and holiday rotation. New grads are encouraged to apply. This role supports and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior. With limited supervision and under the direction of a qualified physician and Radiology Manager, the technologist performs a variety of invasive diagnostic, interventional and therapeutic procedures involving the heart, circulatory, biliary, respiratory, GI, GU, Musculoskeletal and lymphatic systems on child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient populations.

Requirements

Ability to perform with limited supervision
Possess excellent customer relation skills, avoiding antagonism, conflicts and undue anxiety.
Good oral and written communications skills
Ability to handle stressful and crisis situations
Good analytical and problem solving skills
Graduate of a JRCERT approved program in Radiologic Technology
MD State Certification as a Medical Radiation Technologist
Advanced Certification by ARRT in Cardiovascular – Interventional Technology or eligible; certification must be accomplished within one year from date of hire.
2 years experience as a Cardiovascular Technologist or 4 years experience as an Invasive Special Procedures Technologist
CPR Certification

Responsibilities

Assists radiologists during invasive angiographic and interventional procedures utilizing accepted procedural techniques to maximize patient safety
Performs proper patient positioning; selects proper technical factors
Assesses patient response during procedure
Monitors ECG and hemodynamic parameters
Administers contrast material and medication in the presence of a physician who is directing the administration and dosage of medication
Transmits images to PACS for interpretation and for permanent record
Responsible for obtaining optimal images to provide the radiologist with information to assure that an accurate diagnosis is rendered
Evaluates images with radiologist
Monitors equipment status indicators to prevent damage
Performs daily quality control checks of CT scanner
Reports equipment malfunctions with accuracy and timeliness
Applies Standard Precautions and sterile technique
Responsible for cleanliness and orderliness of assigned workspace
Checks emergency equipment and drugs for missing and/or expired items
Monitors and records contrast warmer temperatures
Ensures that patient records are complete and signed prior to examination
Executes a variety of tasks associated with the PACS, HIS and RIS systems
Applies proper radiation protection according to prescribed safety standards
Screens patients for possibility of pregnancy
Serves on and actively participates in project teams, task forces, committees and special assignments as needed
Takes emergency call as required
Readily available when needed and responds in a timely manner
Performs other duties as assigned