Interventional Radiology Technologist

IR Centers; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

IR Centers in Silver Spring, MD is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technologist to assist in preparing patients and procedure rooms for surgeries and to support physicians during interventional procedures.

This full-time, Monday–Friday role requires a high school diploma, BLS, ARRt certification, and IR tech experience; strong sterile technique and HIPAA knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Valid BLS Certification.
• IR Tech experience: 2 years.
• ARRT Certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients and procedure rooms for radiology procedures.
• Reviews patient orders to determine necessary materials and sets up/cleans procedure rooms.
• Assists with patient prep, transfers, and positioning.
• Inputs patient data into the C-Arm and assists physicians during interventional procedures, maintaining sterile technique.
• Complies with HIPAA, draws up and labels IV medications, and processes/archives x-ray images.
• Manages equipment maintenance, supply inventory, and hazardous waste disposal.
• May serve as Radiation Safety Officer and assist with accreditation surveys.
• Ensures effective communication with physicians.
• Assists with patient billing, verifying procedure charges, CPT, and ICD9 codes.

Skills

Sterile technique

Surgical scrubbing

HIPAA compliance

Interventional equipment knowledge

Communicating with physicians

Education

High School Diploma

ARRT Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

C-Arm operation

PACS imaging software

Job description

IR Centers at Chesapeake Urology Associates is a multidisciplinary private practice endovascular lab. We are leading minimally invasive procedures across the U.S. by providing interventional radiology services in an outpatient setting.

Learn more about IR Centers here: https://youtu.be/YhLFlp789hg

Job Type: Full-time, Monday through Friday

Location: Silver Spring, MD20910

As a Interventional Radiology Technologist you will assist in preparing patients and procedure rooms for surgeries, ensuring all necessary supplies and equipment are ready. You will maintain a sterile environment, assist physicians during procedures by passing instruments, and help with patient positioning and transfers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma

• Valid BLS Certification

• IR Tech experience: 2 years

• ARRT Certification

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients and procedure rooms for radiology procedures

• Reviews patient orders to determine necessary materials and sets up/cleans procedure rooms

• Assists with patient prep, transfers, and positioning

• Inputs patient data into the C-Arm and assists physicians during interventional procedures, maintaining sterile technique

• Complies with HIPAA, draws up and labels IV medications, and processes/archives x-ray images

• Manages equipment maintenance, supply inventory, and hazardous waste disposal

• May serve as Radiation Safety Officer and assist with accreditation surveys

• Ensures effective communication with physicians

• Assists with patient billing, verifying procedure charges, CPT, and ICD9 codes

Skills

• Proven working experience as a surgical technologist

• Proficient in maintaining a sterile field

• Experienced in scrubbing in for surgical procedures

• Knowledge of HIPAA and other healthcare regulations

• Working knowledge of interventional equipment

Working conditions

Employees may be exposed to infectious diseases. Must lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds and assist in patient transfers up to 400 pounds. Standing in a protective apron for 60-90 minutes is required. Reasonable accommodations for disabilities are available.

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