Interventional Radiology Technologist — Sign-On Bonus

Confidential; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking an Interventional Technologist to independently perform or assist in cardiac, neuro, body, and vascular-interventional procedures. Ensure patient safety, proper documentation, and ALARA principles while administering medications as needed.

The role requires ARRT-R and advanced ARRT certifications, RCIS or related credentials, and ACLS/PALS within 6 months of hire, with education rooted in Radiologic Technology specialty training.

Qualifications

• ARRT-R certification and advanced ARRT certifications (VI/CI/CV) required.
• RCIS or RCIS equivalent certification with ACLS/PALS within specified timeframes.
• Graduate from Radiologic Technology specialty training program.

Responsibilities

• Ensures correct order, proper patient identification, and documentation while respecting confidentiality.
• Applies imaging protocols, maintains ALARA, and prioritizes patient safety and care.
• Administers medications via vascular access as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Evaluates image quality and ensures data archiving/transfer; post-process data if applicable.
• Educates and monitors students and other health care staff.
• Assists or performs diagnostic, fluoroscopic, or interventional procedures as prescribed.
• Maintains intra-arterial access as prescribed; rotates through procedure table during imaging.
• Monitors physiological data and participates in hemodynamic monitoring.
• Performs manual hemostasis during and after procedures.
• Operates and maintains QC of imaging and monitoring equipment.

Skills

Interventional Radiology

Radiation Safety

ALARA Principles

Patient Care

Education

Specialty Training in Radiologic Technology

Tools

ARRT Certifications (R/VI/CV/CI)

RCIS

ACLS

PALS

Job description

Geisinger is seeking an Interventional Technologist to independently perform or assist in cardiac, neuro, body, and vascular-interventional procedures. Ensure patient safety, proper documentation, and ALARA principles while administering medications as needed.

The role requires ARRT-R and advanced ARRT certifications, RCIS or related credentials, and ACLS/PALS within 6 months of hire, with education rooted in Radiologic Technology specialty training.