Interventional Radiology Technologist
About The Position
As our Interventional Radiology Technologist, you will provide assistance to the Interventional Radiologist during radiographic interventional procedures, contributing significantly to the operations of the department. You will work within the boundaries set by the standards of the profession and adhere to all State and Federal regulations. Every day you will prepare patients and the procedure room, ensuring all specialized equipment, imaging systems, and supplies are readily available and properly functioning. You will operate various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, providing real-time technical support to the physician. To be successful in this role, you will possess an in-depth understanding of anatomy, physiology, and interventional radiology procedures, coupled with strong technical proficiency in radiation safety and sterile technique. You will demonstrate superior critical thinking skills, collaborating effectively with the multidisciplinary team in high-pressure clinical situations.
Requirements
- Graduation from a hospital-based or college-based radiology program
- Washington State Certification for Radiologic Technologist
- Certificate from the American Registry of Radiological Technology (ARRT) as well as current registration with ARRT
- Current certification in Vascular Interventional Radiology or successful completion of certification within one (1) year of hire
- Current CPR validation
- Completion of twenty-four (24) Category "A" continuing education (CE) within a two (2) year period
- Critical thinking skills
- Quality assurance assessment skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to work with highly technical equipment
- Extensive product knowledge
- A thorough understanding of sterile technique
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year of experience in Interventional Radiology and/or a minimum two (2) years of experience in Diagnostic Radiology.
- National certification in any advanced Radiological modality
Responsibilities
- Provide assistance to the Interventional Radiologist during radiographic interventional procedures.
- Prepare patients and the procedure room, ensuring all specialized equipment, imaging systems, and supplies are readily available and properly functioning.
- Operate various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, providing real-time technical support to the physician.
- Adhere to all State and Federal regulations.
- Achieve hemostasis following the removal of arterial/venous catheters.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
