Travel Interventional Radiology Technologist - $3,030 per week

Job Description TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Interventional Radiology Technologist for a travel job in Waterbury, Connecticut. We are looking for an Interventional Radiology Technologist (IR Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Waterbury, CT. The right IR Tech should have 1 year of recent acute care experience. Read below for additional requirements. Key Details Specialty: Interventional Radiology Technologist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Responsibilities As an IR Tech, you will be responsible for operating the fluoroscopic equipment and assisting the physicians with minimally invasive, image-guided procedures. IR Techs are also responsible for preparing and observing the patients undergoing the procedure and reporting abnormal activity. As an IR Tech, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks: Confirm patient identification, review imaging requests and explain procedures to patients providing reassurance and support as required. Assist in scrubbing all diagnostic and interventional procedures. Monitor patient during all procedures. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of radiation protection standards, devices, and techniques on patient and operator exposure in order to assure that adequate safeguards are maintained. Demonstrate knowledge of physiology and anatomy, such as the location, appearance and function of various major and minor systems susceptible to radiologic exposure and the physical abnormalities with most diseases or lesions which are customarily depicted by the procedures performed in the IR Clinic, in order to interpret examination requests accurately. Demonstrate knowledge required to operate intravenous (I.V.) and dye injector pumps. Maintain accurate patient records. Understand and use the McKesson PACS system. Qualifications Must have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ACLS, and ARRT (R) National Certification and state‑specific licensing when required. Vascular Interventional certificate preferred. IR Techs should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. IR Techs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology. ARRT (VI), BLS, ARRT (R), 2 Years Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment. Compensation Paid for 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Job ID TotalMed Allied Job ID #1439119. #J-18808-Ljbffr