IR TECHNOLOGIST

AdventHealth; Florida; On-site; USD 44,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave - 4 weeks

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technologist in Florida. You will assist physicians with IR procedures, prep the IR suite, and ensure aseptic technique and patient safety throughout cases.

The role requires ARRT-Registered Radiology Technologist credentials, BLS, and 1+ IR training/experience, with on-call rotations and a focus on teamwork and safety.

Qualifications

• For this IR technologist role, 1+ interventional radiology training/experience is required.
• Registered Radiology Technologist with ARRT and BLS are required.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new IR procedures and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with sterile IR procedures and maintain aseptic technique.
• Prepare IR suite and equipment for procedures and next cases.
• Assist the healthcare team and manage patient safety throughout procedures.
• Accurately document demographics, charges, and post-processing notes.
• Respond to on-call requirements within 30 minutes and participate in quality initiatives.

Skills

IR procedures

Fluoroscopic equipment

Independent judgment

Initiative

Effective communication

Education

High School Grad

Associate

Bachelor's (preferred)

Tools

Siemens Zeego

EKOS

AngioJet

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Day-Weekend (United States of America)

Address

7050 GALL BLVD

City

ZEPHYRHILLS

State

Florida

Postal Code

33541

Job Description

• Shift : 8:30am-5pm
• Assists physician with sterile procedures, anticipates their needs and utilizes knowledge of all necessary equipment and supplies.
• Ensures aseptic techniques are observed.
• Removes sheaths and holds arterial pressure until hemostasis.
• Utilizes two patient identifiers to confirm patient/exam accuracy before administering exam.
• Confirms proper exam/patient before releasing images to PACS.
• Utilizes proper positioning criteria and technical exposure factors.
• Ensures study has correct patient demographics and RT/LT annotation when post processing.
• Assists healthcare team.
• Handles various job tasks simultaneously.
• Works to improve productivity by maintaining IR Suite ready status by preparing the Suite and equipment for the next procedure.
• Inputs procedural charges into the computer system.
• Applies appropriate use of PPE: follows the OSHA/Florida Hospital Infection Control policies for handling blood or body substances, waste disposal for biohazardous and non-biohazardous waste and keeps a safe environment for patients, visitors and co-workers.
• Operates and maintains equipment in a safe manner.
• Properly wears Dosimeter badge and seeks to minimize radiation exposure.
• Performs a full range of IR procedures.
• Utilizes the knowledge and skills for age-specific factors necessary to perform safe and effective procedures on patients of all ages (neonate/infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatrics).
• The knowledge and skills are acquired through formal training, in-service, continuing education and/or experience.
• Willing to learn/adapt to new technologies and protocols and help develop the knowledge and competency of co-workers and students.
• Addresses patient needs, questions and anxieties.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives while understanding the department performance trends and established standards.
• Participates in patient satisfaction initiatives.
• Utilizes patient service recovery resources when appropriate.
• Attends department meetings consistently and promotes positive dialogue with respect to department objectives.
• Listens and is responsible to understand all agenda items.
• Takes call as rotated/assigned and responds (in hospital) within 30 minutes.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of procedure-specific equipment (EKOS, AngioJet, etc.) [Required]
• Knowledge of fluoroscopic equipment (Siemens Zeego) [Required]
• Ability to learn and master new tasks related to Interventional Radiology [Required]
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with people of diverse backgrounds [Required]
• Independent judgment [Required]
• Ingenuity and initiative [Required]

Education

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
• Associate [Preferred]
• Bachelor's [Preferred]

Field of Study

• in Radiology or healthcare-related field

Work Experience

• 1+ interventional radiology training/experience [Required]
• Experience as an IR Technologist and/or formal IR training (scrubbing and monitoring cases) [Preferred]
• Experience with emergency on-call situations [Preferred]
• Procedure experience: TACE, TIPS, Fistula declot, trans jugular liver biopsy, Nephrostomy tube placement, IVC filter placement, Thrombolysis, Embolization’s, Dialysis Catheter placement, Thrombectomy, Stenting and ballooning, groin management [Preferred]

Additional Information

• Additonal Licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Radiology Technologist RT(R)(ARRT) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

$31.86 - $59.27

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.