Interventional Radiology Technologist - Advanced Imaging

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technologist to support advanced imaging procedures in a clinical setting. You will ensure patient identification, prepare patients, and optimize imaging protocols while maintaining strict safety standards.

The role requires ARRT-R and advanced ARRT credentials, ACLS and PALS certifications, and active engagement in education and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• ACLS and PALS certifications are required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• ARRT-R certification is required with advanced ARRT credentials (VI/CI/CV).
• RCIS certification is part of the required cardiology qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Ensures correct patient identification and exam prep with confidentiality.
• Uses appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes factors for ALARA and patient safety.
• Prepares and administers medications via vascular access as prescribed.
• Evaluates images for positioning and quality; ensures data archival/transfer.
• Educates and monitors students and other health care providers.
• Assists or performs diagnostic, fluoroscopic, or interventional procedures as prescribed.
• Maintains intra-arterial access as prescribed.
• Assists in table positioning during image production.
• Participates in physiological monitoring of patients.
• Performs manual hemostasis during and after procedures.
• Operates QC for hemodynamic devices, ECG monitors, and related equipment.
• Initiates ACLS protocols as required for cardiac roles.
• Performs non-interpretive fluoroscopic procedures as prescribed.
• Maintains and removes peripherally inserted central catheters.
• Maintains sterile technique for procedures.
• Records and analyzes hemodynamic/electrogram data.
• Demonstrates commitment to department and organizational priorities.
• Participates in modality quality or process improvement activities.

Skills

ACLS certification

PALS certification

ARRT-R

Education

ARRT-R Certification

ARRT-VI/CI/CV Advanced Certification

RCIS Certification

Job description

Geisinger is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technologist to support advanced imaging procedures in a clinical setting. You will ensure patient identification, prepare patients, and optimize imaging protocols while maintaining strict safety standards.

The role requires ARRT-R and advanced ARRT credentials, ACLS and PALS certifications, and active engagement in education and ongoing professional development.