IR Technologist

001 University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is recruiting a Radiologic Technologist to set up interventional radiology rooms, interact with patients and families, and support fluoroscopy and post-processing tasks. The role requires formal radiologic technology training and preferred one year of experience.

ARRT certification is expected on hire. This position is based at 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY, 14642, within the Imaging Sciences-Angio department.

Qualifications

• Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology required.
• 1 year experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sets up interventional radiology (IR) rooms for the study.
• Interacts with patients and family to create a caring atmosphere.
• Progresses toward proficient performance with interventional procedures, fluoroscopy room equipment, and post-processing tools.

Education

Radiologic Technology education

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address): 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Time as Reported / Per Diem Scheduled Weekly Hours: As Scheduled Department: 500252 Imaging Sciences-Angio Work Shift: UR - Rotating (United States of America) Range: UR URCA 214 H Compensation Range: $35.35 - $47.72 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for setting up interventional radiology (IR) rooms specific to the study being conducted.
• Utilizes customer service skills while interacting with patients as well as family members to create a caring atmosphere during their visit.
• Progresses towards proficient and competent performance with regards to interventional procedures, fluoroscopy room equipment, digital subtraction, inventory, power injections and post processing tools.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepares room and patient specific to the exam to be performed.
• Arranges equipment, trays, supplies, position patients, and determine proper exposure factors to produce a high quality image.
• Utilizes electronic patient information systems to verify patient name, date, appropriate exam, and any special exam specific comments from the provider.
• Understand and practices the Dual patient identifier procedure.
• Observes each patient’s status and interprets appropriate information needed to meet age-specific needs.
• Transfers patients to and from imaging tables using assistive devices such as ARJO lift, transferboards, hover mats.
• Maintains accurate patient record keeping by properly identifying images and ensuring images are sent to the PACS system correctly.
• Completes and bills for studies accurately.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology required Or equivalent combination of education and experience 1 year experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Licensed Radiologic Technologist upon hire required and ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification with CE credits upon hire required.

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.