Interventional Radiology Procedural Radiologic Technologist - Acute

Job Description Summary External applicants may be eligible for a $25,000 sign‑on bonus with a one‑year work commitment, and previously employed applicants who have been gone from the organization more than 90 days may also be eligible. The Vascular Interventional Radiologic Technologist must be competent as the assistant to the Interventional Radiologist for minimally invasive, image‑guided vascular procedures, including scrubbing, monitoring, and circulating. The technologist must have knowledge of the various imaging equipment in use, including fluoroscopy, computed tomography (CT), and ultrasound. The technologist begins employment with a 6‑month orientation that includes over 100 procedures performed in the interventional lab, becoming competent as the scrub assistant to the Interventional Radiologist performing invasive procedures. The technologist maintains competency in the operating and use of angiographic fluoroscopy, ultrasound and CT (both diagnostic and interventional uses), and must be able to manage over 1500 products in the inventory of the lab. The technologist assists in performing many neuro‑interventional surgical procedures such as cerebral aneurysm coilings, arteriovenous malformations and stroke interventions. Oncology procedures performed in the lab include, but are not limited to, biopsies of various organs, chemo‑embolizations and Y‑90 radiopharmaceutical therapies. The technologist also assists with uterine artery embolizations, venous lysis of tumors, vertebroplasties, infusion pump placements/revisions, radiofrequency ablations, and other peripheral vascular interventions, including lysis and clot removal. This department performs over 20,000 procedures annually. The Interventional Radiology Lab is staffed 24/7, so there is no on‑call requirement for the technologists. This is a full‑time day shift position. After one year, the technologist is eligible to be moved into a Senior Procedural Radiologic Technologist position, which includes a slight pay increase. Responsibilities 85% – Radiologic technologist must be competent as the assistant to the Interventionalist in the specific area as described above. 10% – Greets patients upon arrival to the department. Checks chart for required data (for example, informed consent). Reports absences or abnormalities to RN/physician. Explains procedures, gives instructions, and answers patients’ questions. Participates in room turnover and transporting of patients. 5% – Assists Radiation Safety officer in QA of labs and radiation protective apparel on a regular basis. Performs tasks using radiation safety principles; checks lead aprons for tears; reports findings and removes inadequate gear from service; maintains accurate records or works with the Radiology department to maintain records. Other responsibilities: focus on safety, quality, and efficiency in performing job duties. The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time. Minimum Qualifications ARRT – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists BLS – Basic Life Support – American Heart Association LIC – Licensed in Field – State of Ohio Additional Job Description Specialized Knowledge State of Ohio Radiologic Licensure. ARRT Registered. Work Shift Day Scheduled Weekly Hours 36 Department Interventional Radiology Equal Employment Opportunity OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate‑employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co