Interventional Radiology Specialist - X-RAY

Location Address

1100 Central Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930

Compensation Pay Range

Minimum Offer $31.50 Maximum Offer $53.66

Summary

Presbyterian is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Interventional Radiologic Technologist to join our dynamic team. The Interventional Radiologic Technologist plays a critical role in performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using specialized imaging techniques. This position involves working closely with radiologists, physicians, and nurses to ensure the highest quality of patient care.

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

Type of Opportunity: PRN FTE: 0.00 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: Varied Days and Hours (United States of America)

Responsibilities

• Assists Radiologist/RPA with preparing, performing, and processing Interventional exams.
• Ensures correct supplies are available before the start of the exam.
• Uses safe practices for injectors, setting up the sterile tray, entering/leaving the room during the procedure, and radiation protection for all present during the case.
• Monitors and documents pt contrast and radiation dosimetry
• Completes annual competency created for specialty.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the function and operation of all equipment and supplies.
• Ensures all equipment has had annual PM and or electrical safety checks and that all supplies used are present and not expired.
• Discusses procedure needs and expectations with the radiologist before the procedure starts.
• Able to assist the Radiologist during all procedures provided.
• Able to instruct patients with pre-post procedure instructions and care.
• Ensures all required documentation is available and completed according to established hospital guidelines.
• Ensures all labs, and correlative radiology/blood results are available for review before the start of the procedure.
• Recognizes when an unexpected or adverse event/outcome has occurred and documents in MIDAS. Brings to the immediate attention of Radiologist and Leader
• Ensures room is left procedure ready for next exam.
• Checks documents for accuracy before scanning into RIS/PACs
• Performs appropriate post-processing labeling, exam documentation, and other pertinent pre/post-patient information required for safe radiation practices.

Qualifications

• NM Radiography Tech ( NMRRT )
• Associate Degree
• Education specialization Radiologic Sciences
• BLS Certification is required at the time of hire.
• PLEASE NOTE: This Position Requires Completion of ARRT(R) Certification within 1 year after graduation or exempt if hired before 1984. Candidates who are selected for the position must sign an agreement to obtain this credential.
• One year of Interventional Radiology experience preferred.

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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

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