Intervention Radiology Technologist - Denver, United States - Intermountain Healthcare

Description

Job Description:
Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.

The Registered Radiology Technologist performs medical imaging examinations under the direction of a physician.

Scope

As an IR Tech / Special Procedures Tech, you need to know how to:
Acquire, manipulate, and process computer enhanced and radiographic images unitizing Interventional Radiology equipment.
Communicate with patients obtaining informed consents, pertinent clinical history and ensuring optimal results.
Collaborate and plan with Radiologist, referring physicians and technologists for the selection of procedural protocols.
Assist in the coordination of patient care activities.
Provide appropriate tray set-ups and perform surgical scrub procedures utilizing a thorough knowledge of sterile technique.
Perform IV contrast injections, starts IVs and monitor patients under conscious sedation per hospital policy.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory guidelines and requirements.
Demonstrate age related care skills as defined by unit patient population.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate on an AMA-approved radiologic technology program.

Current ARRT (R) credential- Demonstrated knowledge of cross-sectional and vascular anatomy and skill in recognition of normal and abnormal variants.

Demonstrated knowledge of radiation safety- Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association or the ability to obtain within two (2) months of hire- Current ACLS certification or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire- Current RTRCV certification or the ability to obtain- Current VIR certification or the ability to obtain within twenty-four (24) months of hire


Preferred:
Previous experience as a staff technologist- At least one (1) year of experience in vascular/interventional imaging


Physical Requirements:
Carrying, Climbing, Crawling, Hearing/Listening, Lifting, Manual Dexterity, Pulling/Pushing, Seeing, Speaking, Squatting/Kneeling, Standing, Walking


Anticipated job posting close date:
05/14/2024


Location:
Saint Joseph Hospital


Work City:
Denver


Work State:
Colorado


Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$ $55.57

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.