IR Tech

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center; Bergenfield (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center in Westwood, NJ, is hiring a day shift full-time Interventional Radiology Special Procedures Technician. Responsibilities include assisting physicians during interventional radiology procedures, coordinating IR department activities, and maintaining patient safety and sterile technique.

The role requires a radiology technology program graduate with NJ radiology license, ARRT certification, BLS, and 2+ years of radiology experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years’ experience as a Radiology Technician.
• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technology program.
• NJ Diagnostic Radiology License.
• ARRT Certification.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician during interventional radiology procedures.
• Supports physicians, other radiology techs, and nurses during complex procedures.
• Coordinates daily activities in the Interventional Radiology Department.
• Performs radiographic procedures per approved techniques and ALARA.
• Positions patient and sets up equipment for optimal views.
• Maintains sterile environment and uses aseptic technique.

Skills

Radiology Technician

Interventional radiology

ARRT Certification

Education

Radiology Technology program

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift full-time Interventional Radiology Special Procedures Technician

Westwood, NJ

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financi
al well-being.

People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.

Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

Get to Know Your Team

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center is a 128-bed, full-service, acute-care community hospital with a new emergency department, a state-of-the-art maternity center, a women's imaging center, and an ICU.

Responsibilities

• The Special Procedures Tech is responsible for assisting the Physician during interventional radiological procedures.
• Provides assistance to Physicians, other Radiology Technicians, and Registered Nurses in the performance of more complex procedures.
• Coordinates the daily activities within the Interventional Radiology Department.
• Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures in accordance with approved technique and the ALARA limits.
• Positions the patient on the examining table and sets up and adjusts equipment to obtain optimum view of the specific body area as requested by the physician.
• Functions to work independently and in a cooperative manner in a teamwork-oriented atmosphere within the department and hospital-wide.
• Explains procedures to the patients to reduce anxiety and obtain cooperation.
• Under the direction of a Radiologist or Vascular Surgeon, performs all Interventional procedures on all patient populations.
• Prepares and maintains a sterile environment by using aseptic techniques, drapes, equipment, and solutions while assisting the interventional radiologist.
• Practices established principles of radiation safety and protection.
• Demonstrates appropriate and effective use of all radiographic equipment and computer systems such as RIS, PACS, and other hospital-based computer or PC systems.
• Utilizes time productively and appropriately with respect to patient flow, room use, stocking of supplies, and clerical duties to increase department efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years’ experience as a Radiology Technician.
• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technology program.
• NJ Diagnostic Radiology License.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements: 2+ years’ experience in Interventional or Cath lab.

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education, and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.