IR Technologist - Call Required

Owensboro Health•Owensboro, KY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists in performing diagnostic and interventional radiologic procedures, and other related procedures. This role requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work under direct supervision in a stressful environment. The technologist will apply advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization, prioritizing patient safety and correct procedure execution. The position involves operating imaging equipment, assisting physicians with interventions, and performing related documentation and testing.

Requirements

Diploma, Associate's degree or higher in Science or related field required upon hire
RT(R) - Registered as a Radiological Technologist in Radiology required upon hire
ROC - Radiation Operator Certification in the state of Kentucky required upon hire
BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position
ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 12 months from date of graduation from an accredited program or 24 months from start date of employment in this position if graduated from non-accredited program or cross-training in echocardiography
Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Works under direct supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Applies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.

Nice To Haves

VIR - Vascular Interventional Radiography credential from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred

Responsibilities

Positions patients and selects exposure factors accurately.
Utilizes radiation protection and safety standards.
Applies the ALARA principle to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
Assists the physician in a variety of imaging procedures.
May be required to prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications within accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
Responsible for setting up and providing equipment and supplies before, during, and after procedures.
Assists physicians with patient monitoring during procedures.
Documents evaluation results, progress reports, treatment plans, and other data using appropriate formats and systems.
Prioritizes multiple important responsibilities related to ensuring patient safety and correct procedure.
Calculates hemodynamic or physiologic values and records waveforms for patient records.
Assists physician in performing common interventions including, stent placements, balloon angioplasties, drain placements, embolizations and kyphoplasties.
Operates intravascular ultrasound equipment, fluoroscopy equipment, or other imaging systems.
Inserts venous and arterial catheters and wires through a needle into the vasculature so that X-rays, angiograms, and other recordings can be taken to determine the heart's structure and function under the direct supervision of the physician.
Performs laboratory test and assists with obtaining biopsies and other specimens under direct supervision of the physician.
Provides documents and evaluations of test results.
Functions between Radiology, including CT, Ultrasound, Cath Lab or OR fluidly to meet the needs of the interventional radiology.
Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests.
Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures.
Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.