Travel Interventional Radiology Technologist - $2,674 per week

TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Interventional Radiology Technologist for a travel job in Kenner, Louisiana. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Interventional Radiology Technologist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 10 hours, days Employment Type: Travel We are looking for an Interventional Radiology Technologist (IR Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Kenner, LA. The right IR Tech should have 1 year of recent acute care experience. Read below for additional requirements. 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. 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 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, 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. Requirements Must have 1 year of recent acute care experience. Must have BLS, ACLS, and ARRT (R) National Certification and state‑specific licensing when required. Vascular Interventional certificate preferred. Ability to stand and walk for long periods, and bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology. Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment. TotalMed Allied Job ID #1453087. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: IR Technologists - IR Tech RAD - Travel. #J-18808-Ljbffr