Radiology Tech - Interventional Radiology Tech

Radiologic Technologist Cardiac and Vascular

Schedule: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Assignment Details: Guaranteed Hours: 36.00 Contract Weeks: 16

Requirements:

• Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience; Preferred Bachelor's Degree in radiologic technology
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification; Preferred
• Radiologic Tech (RT) certification in the state of practice; Required
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Required
• At least two years of recent experience in the field; Required
• Experience in Cath Lab or Special Procedures; Preferred

Responsibilities:

• Operate diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast-enhanced radiographs of the heart and cardiovascular system during procedures.
• Position and instruct patients for examinations, ensuring adherence to specified protocols.
• Assist physicians with specialized procedures and enter technical factors into imaging systems.
• Start automatic injection of contrast medium and activate imaging equipment during procedures.
• Monitor and control the environment during imaging, alerting physicians to changes in patient responses.
• Provide patients with procedure explanations and discharge instructions.

Compliance / Notes: On-call required (6-7 days a month including a weekend); CRT and Fluoroscopy certification required.