Interventional Radiology Technologist - Special Procedures

Health First Careers•Melbourne, FL

About The Position

The Interventional Radiology Technologist uses technical skills to provide direct and indirect patient care in compliance with regulatory and departmental processes during Interventional Radiology and Neuro Interventional procedures. The role supports efficient, comfortable, and safe examinations and requires proficiency in diagnostic and interventional procedures, preparation, assessment, documentation, and monitoring. The technologist works in accordance with applicable policies and procedures and is responsible for helping achieve system and departmental goals, quality targets, and fiscal targets. The position may be eligible for a $15,000 hire-on bonus and relocation assistance. The schedule is full-time with variable shift times. The role requires call availability, including acknowledging emergency alerts within five minutes and arriving at the hospital facility within 30 minutes of an alert.

Requirements

Graduate of a JRCERT-accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
General Radiographer licensure in the State of Florida.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card before the start date and maintained.
Before the start date and maintained, hold either ARRT (R) or ARRT (R) (VI).
Ability to take call, acknowledge emergency alerts within five minutes, and arrive at the hospital facility within 30 minutes of an alert.
Knowledge of ECG training and arrhythmia interpretation.
Knowledge of cardiovascular and vascular anatomy.
Knowledge of hemodynamic monitoring.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Excellent communication skills in an active team environment.
Ability to assess and interpret data.
Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, and physicians with varying levels of understanding.
Thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology and ability to use it to support hemodynamic and angiographic techniques.
Ability to monitor patient blood pressure, ECG, and pulse oximetry using sophisticated clinical equipment.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in general radiology or interventional radiology.
ARRT (R) (CI) certification in Cardiac Interventional Radiology.

Responsibilities

Use knowledge of anatomy and physiology to support hemodynamic and angiographic techniques, as observed by the attending physician.
Assist the physician and anticipate equipment needs.
Follow approved aseptic technique standards during procedures and use equipment and supplies safely and prudently.
Prepare patients for Interventional Lab procedures using established aseptic technique and appropriate knowledge and competency.
Move, lift, or assist patients onto the procedure table and provide maximum privacy.
Apply working knowledge of drugs commonly used in the Interventional Lab.
Perform monitoring, recording, scrubbing, and Holding Room responsibilities professionally.
Perform circulating duties, excluding Conscious Sedation and narcotic drug therapy ordered by the physician.
Use appropriate radiation-protection measures to protect self, associates, visitors, and physicians.
Respond to potential emergencies and life-threatening situations and implement preventative measures as directed by the physician.
Ensure supplies and medications are charged to each patient and accurately use hospital inventory systems as part of a team.
Recognize and communicate electrocardiographic and hemodynamic changes to the physician and appropriate staff during procedures.
Document accurate and pertinent data about the patient's condition during procedures and report it to the appropriate people.