Interventional Radiology Technician

Interventional Radiology Technician

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technician to perform a variety of complex specialized tasks eminent in operating radiographic equipment to perform vascular and neuroradiology angiographic and interventional procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of radiographic equipment to make special study radiographs of designated body portions in accordance with radiation safety procedures.
• Position patients; immobilize as necessary.
• Assist radiologist during angiographic and interventional procedures.
• Operate fluoroscopic equipment.
• Position patients for rapid sequence filming during contrast media administration.
• Set up sterile trays and other equipment practicing sterile technique.
• Assist radiologist during procedure to include handling of instruments, operating and monitoring equipment, calling out equipment readings; alerting physician to changes in patient condition.
• Scrub to assist with passage of catheters/guide wires.
• Load power injectors with contrast media; prepare for injection.
• Process film, collate in sequence and label appropriately. Maintain film archival system.
• Schedule patient procedures from referring physician's offices.
• Charge patients for procedures and supplies
• Maintain patient records and statistical data.
• Coordinate scheduling and patient flow;
• Adheres to The Company and worksite rules, policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Successful Completion of a 24-mnth AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology
• Current state licensure or certification, if required by state regulations or contract specifications
• One (1) year experience in Interventional Radiology preferred.
• Current BLS card.
• Successful completion of Amergis Healthcare Staffing testing process.
• Current physical exam, if required by state regulations or contract specifications.
• Current TB test or chest x-ray.

Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs