Interventional Radiology Technologist

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

The Interventional Radiology Technologist produces IR images for medical interpretation but will not supervise other IR technologists.

**Shift - 4 x 10 M-F rotating day off, with call, Hours - 0630 -1700**

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Registry eligible or Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Arkansas Radiologic Technologist License or must be obtained before the start date
• New grad or up to one (1) year radiology technologist experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Vascular Interventional Radiography Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (To be obtained during employment with departmental assistance)

Responsibilities:

• Educates and prepares patients for procedures by reviewing medical history, draping and positioning the patient, preparing procedural/testing sites, and administering contrast media and/or medications within the scope of practice
• Assists the physician with performing diagnostic and therapeutic vascular interventional procedures
• Analyzes results and takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues
• Educates the patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exams to ensure the patient's understanding and cooperation
• Assists with monitoring patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment
• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary and keeps coworkers informed of status
• Responsible for daily work assignments.
• Serves in an active role in maintaining ACR accreditation and various JCAHO, FDA, and ODH inspections.
• Assists in interviewing, selection, and orientation/training of new staff members
• Ensures proper staff education requirements
• Actively involved in the discipline process when necessary, particularly verbal and written counseling
• Maintains knowledge and skills to perform duties
• Keeps rooms stocked and equipment cleaned according to department standards. Performs other duties as required or directed.
• Adheres to the time and attendance policy and discusses any variation from the schedule with the manager.
• Demonstrates willingness to assist in departmental changes to improve workflow and learn new functions and duties as needed to keep the department viable.
• Participates in the rotating on-call schedule.
• Other duties may be assigned to this position.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Balancing, Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Sharps, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Feeling, Grasping, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Pulling, Pushing, Sitting

Benefits Eligible:

Yes