Neuro Interventional Radiology Technologist

OhioHealth•Williamstown, KY

About The Position

$25,000 SIGN-ON BONUS & BENEFITS ELIGIBILITY DAY ONE & RELOCATION ASSISTANCE External applicants and newly licensed internal applicants may be eligible for a $25,000 sign-on bonus with a one-year work commitment for a full-time position. Previously employed applicants who have been gone from the organization more than 90 days may also be eligible. Candidates who live more than 100 miles from the work location may be eligible for relocation assistance up to $13,000. The Neuro Interventional Radiologic Technologist must be competent as the assistant to the Neuro Interventional Radiologist for diagnostic and interventional procedures. The technologist must have knowledge of the X-ray equipment in use, hemodynamic monitoring, cerebral angiogram coiling, avascular malformations, stroke interventions and sterile technique. OhioHealth currently has openings for the Neuro Interventional Radiologic Technologist position at various locations. The applicant's location of interest will be discussed during the initial screening process. Depending on location, there may be an on-call requirement for this position.

Requirements

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association
ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
LIC - Licensed in Field - State of Ohio
State of Ohio Radiologic Licensure.
ARRT Registered.

Responsibilities

Radiologic technologist must be competent as the assistant to the Interventionalist in specific area as described above in summary for each area.
Greets patients upon arrival to department.
Checks chart for required data (i.e., informed consent).
Reports absences or abnormalities to RN/physician.
Explains procedures, gives instructions, and answers patients' questions.
Participates in room turnover and transporting of patients.
Assists Radiation Safety officer in QA of labs and radiation protective apparel on regular basis.
Performs tasks using radiation safety principles; checks lead aprons for tears; reports findings and removes inadequate gear from service; maintains accurate records or work with Radiology department to maintain records.
As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.