Interventional Cardiovascular Radiology Tech

Atrium Health; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist with Interventional and Angiographic imaging expertise. You will perform specialized radiography and fluoroscopic coverage under physician direction, explain procedures to patients, and prep for interventions.

You will obtain needed medications or contrast materials and monitor patient comfort throughout. You will also manage supplies for invasive procedures, remove catheters when needed, and ensure accurate reporting of hemodynamic data and

Qualifications

• Must meet all required elements of competency checklist for level.
• ARRT radiology certification or RCIS registry required.
• BLS certification required.
• 1 year in diagnostic radiology and 1 year in interventional radiology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs specialized radiography and fluoroscopic coverage of interventional and angiographic procedures under the direction of a physician.
• Explains the procedure to the patient and preps the patient for the procedure.
• Obtains medications, radiopharmaceuticals, or contrast materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist, or registered nurse.
• Circulates during the procedure and maintains responsibility for patient comfort.
• Provides supplies necessary for diagnostic and therapeutic invasive procedures.
• Removes catheters/sheaths and applies direct pressure or clamp as appropriate.
• Provides necessary report information to the holding area or nursing unit as needed.
• Records and processes hemodynamic reports, contrast media records and charges promptly and accurately.
• Communicates equipment malfunctions to leadership or department engineer for repairs.

Education

ARRT-recognized radiologic technology program

RCIS Cardiovascular Interventional Training Program

Job description

Atrium Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist with Interventional and Angiographic imaging expertise. You will perform specialized radiography and fluoroscopic coverage under physician direction, explain procedures to patients, and prep for interventions.

You will obtain needed medications or contrast materials and monitor patient comfort throughout. You will also manage supplies for invasive procedures, remove catheters when needed, and ensure accurate reporting of hemodynamic data and