Interventional Radiology Tech

Corewell Health; Saint Joseph (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

On-demand pay

Discount program

Identity protection

Retirement match

Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technologist to provide imaging support for diagnostic and interventional procedures. You will scrub in, maintain sterile technique, prepare supplies, and assist physicians during procedures while ensuring patient safety and accurate documentation.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and departments, accuracy in recording patient data, and participation in ongoing process improvements to enhance patient satisfaction and

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree is required.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• ARRT Radiographer certification required on hire.
• ARRT VI certification required (2 years).
• BLS certification required (AHA or ARC).

Responsibilities

• Follows established protocols and works under supervision.
• Documents care and teaching per guidelines.
• Maintains clean work environment and reports equipment issues.
• Builds productive physician relationships.
• Prepares and assists with contrast administration and monitors allergies.
• Maintains patient data in PACS and EMR systems.
• Participates in process improvements for patient satisfaction.

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

CRT-Radiographer (R) - ARRT

CRT-Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) - ARRT

CRT-BLS - AHA/ARC

Job description

Job Summary

Provides health care services, utilizing imaging technology to assist in diagnosis or interventional procedures. Performs radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by, or at the request of, a licensed practitioner. Scrubs in with the interventional physician and practices sterile technique, prepares the sterile tray with the appropriate supplies and assists the physician with procedures, have a knowledge of all of the supplies needed by the physician to perform interventions. Charges and tracks all supplies properly. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. Receives and ensures the execution of physician orders and actively participates in the satisfaction of patients and all customers.

Essential Functions

• Assignments are routine; follows established protocols. Works under close supervision, seeks guidance where needed; requires some instruction on day-to-day work and resolves routine problems.
• Documents care / teaching consistent with documentation guidelines.
• Maintains a clean work environment and communicates any equipment malfunctions to appropriate department/unit personnel.
• Engages in impacting professional, positive and productive physician relationships.
• Prepares and assists in the administration of contrast agents by monitoring dosage and determining any potential allergies and ensuring compliance with department policy and procedure.
• Maintains patient information within picture archiving and communication system (PACS) and in other computerized medical records systems to ensure accurate patient records.
• Participates in on-going process improvement activities related to patient and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

Required

• Required Associate’s Degree
• Preferred Bachelor’s Degree
• CRT-Radiographer (R) - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Upon Hire required
• CRT-Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist 2 Yrs required
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required Or
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph

Department Name

Interventional Radiology St Joseph - Niles and St Joseph Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

7:30 a.m. to 4:0 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

On-call weekends

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.