Interventional Radiology Technologist - GWV- Full Time - Days

Baylor Scott & White Health; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an IR Technologist I to perform essential interventional procedures. The role involves providing patient care and operating digital imaging equipment, while ensuring compliance with safety standards and maintaining procedural quality. Competitive benefits include health coverage from day one and a generous PTO policy.

Benefits

Full health coverage from day one

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company contributions

Generous PTO

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• BLS and ARRT certification required.
• Relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with invasive procedures and digital imaging.
• Monitors equipment and provides patient support.
• Documents medical information accurately.

Skills

Patient care

Digital imaging

Technical proficiency

Issue resolution

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology

Tools

Digital imaging equipment

Quality control systems

Job description

Job Summary

Up to $25,000 sign-on bonus for eligible applicants! This posting reflects an opening for an IR Technologist I, with consideration for higher levels such as IR Technologist II based on skills, qualifications, and experience. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Responsible for performing Interventional, Neuro, and Endovascular procedures, including technical, procedural, and equipment performance, patient care and education, interfacing with clinical departments, issue resolution, digital imaging quality, and efficiency. Maintains department relationships with Radiology Services partners, patients, and referring physicians. Ensures imaging procedure quality across various systems and participates in regulatory requirements.

Job Duties

1. Provides invasive procedure assistance and digital imaging for procedures like embolization, tumor embolization, chemotherapy embolization, tumor treatment with radioactive elements, intracranial stenting, intravascular stenting, and limb preservation.
2. Performs endovascular repair of aortic aneurysms.
3. Assists the Interventionalist during procedures, diagnostic studies, and treatments.
4. Operates and monitors equipment; assists with patient positioning, suctioning, and providing emotional support.
5. Prepares and positions patients, administers contrast media, provides immobilization and radiation protection according to safety standards.
6. Explains procedures to patients and answers questions.
7. Reports reactions, results, and changes in patient condition to the nurse.
8. Documents medical information accurately.
9. Maintains knowledge of interventional supplies.
10. Identifies neuro, thoracic, abdominal, and peripheral vasculature.
11. Operates digital imaging equipment and manages data entry.
12. Obtains and reconstructs 3D images and digital subtraction angiography.
13. Performs quality control tests and reports irregularities.
14. Monitors radiation dose levels.
15. Ensures equipment and supplies are clean, sterilized, and functional.
16. Maintains scheduling and follow-up documentation.
17. Participates in ordering supplies and quality improvement documentation.
18. Handles non-controlled medications during imaging exams and procedures.

Work is performed in a clinical environment, adhering to policies and procedures. Additional competencies may be required based on departmental orientation.

Position Details

Benefits include full health, dental, and vision coverage from day one, multiple medical plans, pre-tax savings, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company contributions, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, family support, and more.

Education: Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required)

Experience: Relevant experience preferred

Certifications: BLS and ARRT certification required

Our Purpose & Values

We are committed to caring for our patients and community, emphasizing kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. We promote diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity in our workplace.