IR Technologist 1, Inpt

University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a Regular Radiologic Technologist in the Imaging Sciences-Angio department. This full-time role (40 hours/week) is based in Rochester, NY, with a compensation range of $35.35–$47.72 per hour.

You will set up interventional radiology rooms, interact with patients and families to provide a caring atmosphere, and support fluoroscopy, imaging, and post-processing tools. Minimum education includes formal training from an approved School of Radiologic Technology

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Set up interventional radiology rooms for the study and prepare equipment.
• Interact with patients and families to create a caring atmosphere during their visit.
• Proficient and competent performance with interventional procedures, fluoroscopy, and post-processing tools.
• Prepare room and patient, arrange equipment, and determine exposure factors to produce high-quality images.
• Verify patient information in electronic systems and follow dual patient identifier procedure.
• Transfer patients using ARJO lift and transfer devices; maintain patient records and image management in PACS.
• Complete and bill for studies accurately; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Radiologic Technology program

ARRT certification

Tools

PACS

ARJO lift

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

Job Details

• Worker Subtype: Regular
• Time Type: Full time
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Department: 500252 Imaging Sciences-Angio
• Work Shift: UR - Day (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. Understands 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

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