Interventional Radiology Technologist — Special Procedures

Unity-Hospital-of-Rochester; Town of Greece (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Hospital in Rochester is seeking a Radiology Technologist - Special Procedures Technologist to join the Cardiac/Cath Lab team. You will perform radiologic and special procedures, coordinate with radiologists and nurses, and ensure patient safety and comfort throughout exams.

This 40-hour/week role requires an NYS license in Radiologic Technology (or permit with licensure within six months), ARRT certification if licensed after 2007, a 2-year college certificate, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• 2 years college certificate or equivalent.
• NYS license in Radiologic Technology required or must hold NYS permit and obtain licensure within six months of hire.
• If licensed after 2007, must obtain the ARRT certification within 1 year of hire.
• BLS Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs as a radiologic technologist; prioritizes tasks and exams, confirms patient identification and examination, provides radiologist with pertinent information for interpretation, and correctly positions patients for standard views.
• Performs as a Special Procedures Technologist, including angiography and digital acquisitions, cardiac catheterizations, stents, and other interventional imaging.
• Utilizes ALARA principles to maintain safe radiation standards and assists with sterile technique.
• Supports physicians and RN in immediate post-operative care and patient positioning.

Skills

Patient positioning

ALARA radiation safety

Team collaboration

Communication with radiologist

Education

2 years college certificate or equivalent

NYS license in Radiologic Technology

ARRT certification (if licensed after 2007)

BLS Certification

Job description

Unity Hospital in Rochester is seeking a Radiology Technologist - Special Procedures Technologist to join the Cardiac/Cath Lab team. You will perform radiologic and special procedures, coordinate with radiologists and nurses, and ensure patient safety and comfort throughout exams.

This 40-hour/week role requires an NYS license in Radiologic Technology (or permit with licensure within six months), ARRT certification if licensed after 2007, a 2-year college certificate, and BLS certification.