INTERVENTIONAL RAD TECHNOLOGIST

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper University Health Care in New Jersey seeks an experienced Radiology Technologist to assist interventionalists in procedures, manage supplies, and ensure infection prevention policies. This role supports a range of interventional and vascular procedures within the radiology suite.

The ideal candidate will have an AMA-approved radiology program background, NJ DEP licensure upon hire, and BLS certification. Full-time hours include a 7A-5:30P shift with on-call rotation.

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certificate/Degree from accredited Radiology or Vascular program; associate degree preferred.
• Graduate of AMA approved Radiology Technologist Program; NJ DEP license required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist pre and post procedure patient assessment and teaching.
• Assist in endovascular and Cardiac/Cardiology procedures; setup sterile field and assist with instruments.
• Operate fluoroscopy equipment and related devices; ensure radiation safety.
• Prepare radiopaque materials and draw up contrast as needed.
• Complete documentation including procedure records and billing.
• Assist with patient positioning and equipment checks; ensure supplies are ready.
• Train and mentor new staff; support cross-department staffing.
• Fulfill full-time shift and on-call rotation; maintain certifications.

Skills

Communication

Interventional procedure support

Fluoro equipment operation

Patient education

Education

Diploma or equivalent

AMA approved Radiology Technologist Program

NJ DEP license

Tools

Fluoroscopy equipment

Laser equipment

Radiation safety practices

Job description

About Us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

Assists interventionalists in all procedures within the scope of interventional radiology and vascular surgery, but not limited to oncology, vascular and trauma. Skill set must be maintained to handle supplies/instrumentation associated with interventional procedures. Adheres to all infection prevention policies, utilizing the appropriate PPE needed.

Responsibilities

• Duties to include but not limited to, assisting with pre and post procedure patient assessment, patient teaching, assisting with patient care within scope of practice, inventory management (inventory, receive, organize, restock of products)
• Assist physician in endovascular and Cardiac/Cardiology procedures to include but not limited to setting up sterile field, positioning and prepping, circulating and scrubbing to assist with handling of instruments, operating and monitoring of equipment, passage of catheters and guidewires.
• Operate fluoroscope equipment, laser, and other equipment associated with interventional vascular and cardiac procedures. Practices radiation safety in accordance of regulations.
• Prepare radiopaque materials for administration by physician. Draw up contrast for injections.
• Completes records accurately, includes procedure documentation, billing, supplies, radiation exposure.
• Assist in patient positioning and patient transfers.
• Assist in checking of daily controls for all equipment utilized in routine care of patient; ensure medical equipment is in working order and all supplies are available.
• Assist in training and acts as a preceptor of new technologists, physicians, nurses, students. Serve as a role model.
• Cover off-shift call requirements based on unit needs. Float to other areas within institution to support staffing needs of other departments within scope of practice.
• Obtain and maintain all certifications, including BLS, required.

Experience Required

• 0-2 years of experience; 3-5 years of experience preferred
• Communication - Ability to communicate with patients, visitors and coworkers
• Operate fluoro unit along with all supporting equipment needed to perform interventional procedures

Education Requirements

• Diploma or equivalent
• Certificate of Completion/Degree from accredited Radiology Program or Vascular Program, associate degree preferred
• Graduate of AMA approved Radiology Technologist Program, NJ DEP license required upon hire

License/Certification Requirements

• AART
• NJDEP
• BLS from American Heart Association

Special Requirements

• Full time, 40 hours a week
• Monday-Friday: 7A-530P, and on call rotation