Interventional Radiology Technologist .9 Days

Franciscan Alliance•Indianapolis, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Franciscan Health is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technologist to perform diagnostic and minimally invasive image-guided procedures. The role involves gathering information about patients’ illnesses and medical histories to help guide diagnostic procedures and therapy, explaining procedures and safety precautions, and assisting patients throughout testing. The technologist performs procedures for diagnostic purposes, palliative care for cancer-related end-of-life symptoms, and minimally invasive treatments such as biopsies and chemo embolization. Using X-ray, CT, MRI, or other imaging guidance, the technologist navigates instruments such as catheters and needles through blood vessels and organs, assists physicians with vascular procedures, and captures images of blood vessels using fluoroscopic equipment. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with one day off every other week. Call requirements include one overnight per week, one weekend per month, and up to two holidays per year. Travel is required. Franciscan Health describes its care as compassionate and faith-based and its organization as dedicated to exceptional patient care, health, and wellness.

Requirements

Two years of radiology experience required.
Radiology Technologist License (RADTECH) from the state licensing board, as required.
Radiography (ARRT-R) credential from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), as required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Radiology preferred.
One year of special procedure technologist experience preferred.
IR certification.

Responsibilities

Gather information about patients’ illnesses and medical history to guide the choice of diagnostic procedures for therapy.
Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients and provide assistance during procedures.
Perform diagnostic procedures, procedures for palliative care of cancer-related end-of-life symptoms, and minimally invasive procedures such as biopsies and chemo embolization.
Use X-ray, CT, MRI, or other imaging guidance to navigate catheters, needles, and other small instruments through blood vessels and organs.
Assist physicians with minimally invasive, image-guided vascular procedures, including angioplasty, stenting, and thrombolysis.
Use fluoroscopic equipment to capture images of blood vessels.