Interventional Radiology Technologist- Cath Lab

Indiana University Health System; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Indiana University Health System's Arnett Hospital in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to assist radiologists in interventional procedures within the Cath Lab. You will set up sterile fields, manage supplies, and ensure strict infection control and radiation safety protocols are followed during procedures.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, document in EMR, and meet licensure requirements.

Qualifications

• Requires active ARRT RT(R) license and Indiana ISDH license.
• Must have Basic Life Support (BLS) through AHA.
• Experience as radiologic technologist preferred.
• Knowledge of sterile technique and interventional exams.

Responsibilities

• Assist radiologist in interventional procedures in the Cath Lab.
• Prepare supplies and set up sterile field.
• Adhere to safety and infection control protocols.
• Follow radiation safety and dose alert levels.
• Document information in EMR.
• Communicate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Sterile technique

ARRT RT(R) license

Interventional radiography

BLS/AHA certified

Equipment maneuvering

Teamwork

Safety protocols

ISDH radiologic license

Job description

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

This position is a full-time, day position, in the Cath Lab, at Arnett Hospital. It is 9-hour shifts, with a rotating start time (6:30am or 7:30am), some call, and rotating weekends and holidays.

Sign on bonus available for those who qualify!

Assists radiologist/interventionalist in interventional procedures including acting as scrub tech where appropriate. Adheres to all safety and infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff. Follows radiation safety protocols and is aware of patient dose alert levels and escalation procedure. Understands and has knowledge of complex procedures. Demonstrates ability to determine appropriate supplies for procedure and sets up sterile field. Possesses advanced knowledge of cross sectional and vascular anatomy. Communicates and work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team (critical care, ED, Trauma, IP, OP, Nursing, Oncology, Transplant, GI, Neurosurgery, etc). Documents necessary information in EMR.

• Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
• Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning.
• Requires knowledge of sterile technique and supplies used during interventional exams.
• Requires active status as a Registered Technologist - Radiography, RT(R), through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT.
• May be required to obtain advanced credential in interventional radiography, if applicable.
• Requires current Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) license as Radiologic Technologist.
• Experience as a radiologic technologist, preferred.

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