Radiology - IR Tech

Interventional Radiology Tech

Profession: Radiology Specialty: Interventional Radiology Duration: 12 months Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 10 hours (07:00 - 17:30) Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role License: State Radiology Licensure Certifications: ARRT Certification, BLS, ACLS Must-Have: Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist program or Associate Degree in Applied Sciences 1 year of experience in similar role within an active interventional cardiac cath, NeuroIR, IR, or EP labs Description: Available for on-call duties. On-call requirements are 13.5 hours on weekdays, and 24 hours on weekends. Depending on the role, there will be between 7-9 call shifts in a 6-week period. Weekend availability is required. Preferred qualifications include: 2+ years of experience in a similar role. Bachelor of Science Degree. Special procedures experience is required. Procedures include biopsies, CVC, PICC, tunneled HD catheters, post placements, fistulograms, angiograms, paracentesis, thoracentesis, drain placements, ureteral stents, nephrostomy tubes, thrombectomies, thrombolysis, Y-90 treatments, and embolizations. Experience in the Cath Lab is also expected, including diagnostic and interventional work, IABP, IVUS, and Impella. Familiarity with special equipment such as Siemens C-Arm and GE ultrasound is preferred. Skills include accessing/managing ports, angioplasty, central venous access, chest tube placement, and both diagnostic and interventional catheterizations. Competency in various procedures such as dialysis graft interventions, ECMO, and TIPS is also required. Attention to infection control and safety protocols is essential. Candidates should be comfortable working with diverse patient age groups including neonates, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. The position involves working in a busy environment with a daily patient census of approximately 40 visits. Interdisciplinary support will be available in the department. Successfully fulfill responsibilities in a fast-paced and dynamic setting.