IR Technologist I-Inpt
About The Position
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. This role is responsible for setting up interventional radiology (IR) rooms specific to the study being conducted. The technologist utilizes customer service skills while interacting with patients as well as family members to create a caring atmosphere during their visit. The position involves preparing the room and patient specific to the exam, arranging equipment, trays, and supplies, positioning patients, and determining proper exposure factors to produce a high-quality image. The technologist will use electronic patient information systems to verify patient details and exam specifics, observe patient status, and interpret age-specific needs. Transferring patients using assistive devices, completing and billing for studies accurately, and maintaining accurate patient record keeping are also key responsibilities. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
Requirements
- Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology required.
- Maintains current NYS licensure and ARRT certification with CE credits as required.
Nice To Haves
- One year experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for setting up interventional radiology (IR) rooms specific to the study being conducted.
- Utilizes customer service skills while interacting with patients as well as family members to create a caring atmosphere during their visit.
- Prepares room and patient specific to the exam to be performed.
- Arranges equipment, trays, supplies, position patients, and determine proper exposure factors in order to produce a high quality image.
- Utilizes electronic patient information systems to verify patient name, date, appropriate exam, and any special exam specific comments from the provider. Understands and practices the Dual patient identifier procedure.
- Observes each patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to meet his or her age-specific needs.
- Transfers patients to and from imaging tables using assistive devices such as ARJO lift, transferboards, hover mats.
- Completes and bills for studies accurately.
- Maintains accurate patient record keeping by properly identifying images and assuring images are sent to the PACS system correctly.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
