Radiology - IR Tech

Procedural Assistant

Job Title: Procedural Assistant

Profession: Interventional Radiology Technologist

Specialty: Vascular Institute

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 10 hours

Experience: Minimum 3 years in Interventional Special Procedures in either IR, cardiac, or vascular hybrid settings

License: Required minimum license(s) pending hire include ARRT or RCIS

Certifications: Basic Life Support; Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred

Must-Have:

• Competency in all aspects of interventional procedures, patient positioning, exposure factors, and radiation protection
• Understanding of anatomy and pathology impacting the quality of procedures
• Ability to function independently during procedures

Description:

Functions under the direction of the Chief Technologist and Vascular Institute Manager. Assists in providing safe, age-appropriate care to patients by performing all exams according to department procedures. Responsible for obtaining quality diagnostic studies. Performs a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative. Sets up equipment for imaging services and positions patients for procedures. Capable of performing procedures in various settings including interventional radiology and vascular hybrid.

Clinical Skills:

• Completes necessary competencies
• Uses critical thinking skills
• Works in conjunction with radiologists, vascular surgeons, and cardiologists
• Prepares the patient for procedures and demonstrates an understanding of sterile technique
• Prepares necessary supplies and equipment, and enters appropriate charges

Job Responsibilities:

• Must be flexible to meet departmental needs
• Available for scheduled and on-call shifts
• Maintains effective communication and introduces themselves to patients correctly
• Transports patients as needed, ensuring their privacy and comfort
• Assists in maintaining departmental records and compliance with standards and regulations
• Completes required paperwork and maintains stock levels
• Maintains current licenses and certifications
• Participates in training for other staff as needed
• Works collaboratively with team members for optimal patient outcomes
• Performs additional duties as assigned by leadership

Quality and Patient Safety:

• Verifies patient identification using two identifiers
• Checks patient charts for accuracy
• Verifies written orders and consent, seeking clarification when needed
• Understands and complies with procedural verification processes

Patient Education:

• Responsible for educating patients and their families about procedures
• Provides post-procedural home care instructions as necessary
• Complies with organizational policies and standards of conduct
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Client Details City Austell State GA Benefits

About Cynet Health Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct-hire, and non-clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest-growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• Disability insurance
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry-leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers

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