Interventional Radiology Technologist | IR | PRN

Position: Interventional Radiology Technologist | IR | PRN| Days

Interventional Radiology Technologist | IR | PRN| Days

The Interventional Radiology (IVR) Technologist operates advanced radiological imaging equipment in support of the interventional cardiologist/radiologist while performing diagnostic and complex interventional procedures on a routine and emergent basis. Assists in preparing the patient and procedure room in order to preserve a sterile environment. Ensures the radiation dose is documented in the patient chart and following as low as reasonable achievable (ALARA) principles.

Overview
The Interventional Radiology (IVR) Technologist operates advanced radiological imaging equipment in support of the interventional cardiologist/radiologist while performing diagnostic and complex interventional procedures on a routine and emergent basis. Assists in preparing the patient and procedure room in order to preserve a sterile environment. Ensures the radiation dose is documented in the patient chart and following as low as reasonable achievable (ALARA) principles.

Responsibilities

• Accurately performs interventional radiology exams that adheres to department standards including technique, positioning, and the safe administration of contrast material.
• Records, stores, retrieves, analyzes imaging data obtained during interventional radiology procedures. Assures quality images are presented to the physician for interpretation.
• Possesses knowledge of an extensive interventional radiology inventory of supplies.
• Provides patient education about the interventional procedure.
• Demonstrates knowledge of procedural requirements for performing interventional procedures which include radial-to peripheral lower limb salvage, IVC filters, balloon angioplasty, biopsies, atherectomy, embolization, kyphoplasty, venous access, and radio-embolization.
• Demonstrates the ability to safely and successfully remove multiple sheath types post procedure and achieve homeostasis.
• Demonstrates knowledge of sterile technique and the ability to preserve at the femoral, pedal, axillary, and brachial access points.
• Assists with the operation of the following interventional equipment:
  Angiojet, CSI, Turbohawk, and Penumbra.
• Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills and judgment. Anticipates a change in status of the patient related to a procedural event and provides assistance as appropriate.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to assist with performing procedures in various venues: interventional radiology, interventional cardiology, EP, OR, and bedside.
• All other duties as assigned by department.

Qualifications
Education / Training

• Associate's Degree Radiology

Additional Information: Completion of formal Radiologic Technology training in an AMA approved school for degree, or diploma by which the graduate would qualify as a Registered Radiologic Technologist.

Experience Requirements

• 0-1 year IVR Technology/Radiology

Preferences: 1 year experience preferred within the past three (3) years in a comparable job classification.

Licensing Requirements

• Licensed Radiologic Technologist in Florida
• American Registry of Radiological Technologist ARRT (R)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Preferences: American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT)- VI preferred.

Additional Information: BLS, provided by American Heart Association (AHA), required within 30 days of hire.

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