Neuro IR Technologist - Angiography

Kettering Health • Kettering, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Angiography/Interventional Radiology Technologist will be an individual capable of assisting the physician during peripheral or neuro diagnostic and interventional procedures. The Interventional Radiology Technologist must possess the ability to perform radiographic work on several different types of radiographic equipment so that all work is completed in a competent, timely and efficient manner. He or she will assist with patient care and safety while the patient is in the Interventional Radiology lab environment.
This is highly stressful, very busy patient care area. Exposure to x-ray and blood borne pathogens may occur during Interventional Radiology procedures. Long periods of standing are required with the use of lead aprons, eye protection, and surgical PPE.
The Angiography Technologist will be responsible for rotating call for emergency procedures with a 30 minute response time if employed in the Interventional Radiology Lab.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Radiology Program
• Current certification with ARRT in Diagnostic Radiology
• Current Radiologic Technologist license from the Ohio Department of Health
• BLS certification
• Excellent knowledge of anatomy and physiology
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work well with others and facilitate teamwork
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiate independent actions
• Ability to work well in high stress situations
• Ability to work closely with and anticipate the needs of the patient and physician
• Ability to trouble-shoot equipment quickly and efficiently
• Ability to tolerate long workdays and call hours

Nice To Haves

• 1 year recent hospital Angiographic/Interventional Radiology, or Surgical Radiology Technologist experience

Responsibilities

• Assist the physician during peripheral or neuro diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Perform radiographic work on several different types of radiographic equipment in a competent, timely and efficient manner.
• Assist with patient care and safety while the patient is in the Interventional Radiology lab environment.
• Rotate call for emergency procedures with a 30 minute response time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree