Interventional Radiology Technologist | IR

Interventional Radiology Technologist | IR | Full-time | Days

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Full-time. Four 10-hour 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 to preserve a sterile environment. Ensures the radiation dose is documented in the patient chart and follows as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) principles.

• Accurately performs interventional radiology exams that adheres to department standards including technique, positioning, and the safe administration of contrast material.
• Records, stores, retrieves, and analyzes imaging data obtained during interventional radiology procedures. Ensures 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.

• Associate's Degree Radiology. 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.

• 0-1 year IVR Technology/Radiology.

• 1 year experience preferred within the past three (3) years in a comparable job classification.
• American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT)-VI preferred.

• Licensed Radiologic Technologist in Florida.
• American Registry of Radiological Technologist ARRT (R).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) (required within 30 days of hire, provided by American Heart Association (AHA)).

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