Interventional Radiology Technologist $10,000 Sign on Bonus

About this Job This position is offering a limited‑time $10,000 sign‑on bonus for full‑time MedStar Health is looking for an interventional radiology technologist to join our team in Baltimore and Olney, Maryland. This is a full‑time 40‑hour per week Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday work hours 7:00 am-3:30 pm; Wednesday 7:00 am-5:00 pm. No call, no holiday. We also have PRN open at Montgomery Medical Center, Good Samaritan Hospital, and Franklin Square Medical Center. Primary Duties Operates and documents all aspects of the Cath Lab including all procedures performed in the Cath Lab. Functions as a contributing member of the Interventional Radiology/Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory team, working in conjunction with Vascular surgeons, cardiologists, radiologists, registered nurses, and cardiovascular technologists. Provides the technical skills necessary to assist the physician in performing Interventional Radiology and Cardiac Catheterization procedures. Provides a safe environment for the patient during their Interventional Radiology and Cardiac Catheterization procedures. May function as a Scrub Assistant, ensuring maximum compliance to principles of aseptic/sterile technique by self and members of the team. Ensures adequate floor and room stock are available for imaging procedures. Assists in the recording, storing, retrieval and analyzing data obtained during the interventional cardiovascular procedures. Assists in monitoring patients, including hemodynamic data/ECG/angiographic data. Recognizes changes of the above, documents as necessary and reports to physician and other team members in a time‑sensitive fashion. Assists with preparation of radiologic and other laboratory equipment to be used during the procedure while adhering to the principles of aseptic/sterile technique. Maintains and evaluates equipment, and troubleshoots equipment as needed. Responsible for the proper use and operation of all related interventional equipment. Properly positions patient for procedure and informs patient what to expect during the procedure as well as any instructions the patient needs to follow. Participates in data collection and results reporting for ongoing quality improvement. Maintains a clean, safe, prepared work environment. Prepares room for procedure. Cleans and sterilizes equipment and procedure table. Restocks and requests room supplies that have dwindled. Checks drug supplies and informs the appropriate person of what needs to be replenished. Maintains current knowledge, certification, and licensure. Identifies learning needs in self and initiates actions to address these education needs. Attends continuing education programs to maintain certification. Attend hospital‑sponsored training programs as required by the department. Completes all mandatory requirements, certifications, and licensure within allotted time for completion. Works effectively within and between departments. Participates on inter‑departmental teams and committees, communicating unit knowledge as appropriate. Provides department/unit with information and knowledge acquired during participation with inter‑departmental teams and committees. Demonstrates a constructive approach during all interactions with staff, supervisors, and managers both inside and outside the unit. Assures that the appropriate sterile instruments are available. Assures that all personnel have a dosimeter badge. Creates quarterly exposure reports for the Radiation Safety Committee. Maintains records of yearly lead surveys. Maintains records of daily crash cart checks. Responsible for precepting the new Cardiovascular Lab technologist. Assists in establishing and maintaining product PAR counts. Assists in communication with company representatives and procedural physicians for equipment availability, case scheduling, etc. Attends system‑wide meetings and brings information back to department staff as appropriate. Qualifications Vocational/Technical Diploma or associated degree in Radiology. 5-7 years Cath Lab experience preferred. ARRT license as Registered Radiation Technologist in Maryland. CPR (Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation) within 90 days. ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support). This position has a hiring range of USD $38.48 - $62.52 per hour. #J-18808-Ljbffr