Interventional Radiology Technologist

International SOS Government Medical Services; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in San Diego seeks a radiologic technologist responsible for operating diagnostic equipment, assisting in medical procedures, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. This role requires ARRT certification and previous experience. Comprehensive benefits, including medical and 401(k), are offered.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Annual bonus

Qualifications

• Must have two years of current work experience within the past three years.
• Must possess an ARRT Certification.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Independently operate radiographic equipment for diagnostics.
• Assist physicians with sterile procedures.
• Perform clerical duties related to medical imaging.

Skills

Operating radiographic equipment

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Compliance with healthcare standards

Education

ARRT Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Work in a sterile work environment, set up sterile equipment and trays, scrub back table, assist physicians with a variety of sterile procedures.
• Independently operate radiographic equipment to perform a variety of complex diagnostic radiographic exams, and be on-call for all modalities with a 30-minute report time from notification.
• Receive patients, explain method of procedure, position patients, select and set technical factors, set up and adjust accessory equipment, and make and develop exposures.
• Work equipment and perform duties independently as well as part of a team.
• Be subject to the same quality assurance standards in meeting or exceeding current recognized national standards as established by The Joint Commission for Accreditation of Healthcare Organization (JCAHO).
• Perform services in accordance with ethical, professional, and technical standards of the healthcare industry consistent with VA policy, regulations, and procedures.
• Be technically proficient in the skills necessary to fulfil the Government’s requirements, including the ability to speak, understand, read, and write English fluently.
• Be responsible for compliance with all procedures in accordance with applicable VASDHS written policies, procedures, bylaws, and medical staff protocols.
• Have the ability to use computers and technology efficiently.
• Be required to set up radiographic suites and assure that sterile supplies, contrast materials, catheters, and other required equipment and supplies are present and available.
• Prepare and administer contrast material orally, by enema, or intravenously under close supervision of a radiologist, but not independently, as required.
• Perform related clerical duties such as sending images to PACS, archiving images, post processing images, and case editing of computer requests and reports.
• Maintain records and enter patient information using the Radiology VistA Package and CPRS.

Qualifications

• Must have a demonstrated ability to operate, film, and troubleshoot with single and biplane interventional equipment as well as demonstrated experience with a contrast injector.
• Must have two years of current work experience within the past three years.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• ARRT Certification.

Education

• Must possess an ARRT Certification.

Physical Requirements

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs.

Other Special Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English to effectively communicate.
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.
• Pass/possess VA Public Trust Clearance.

Additional Information

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic