Interventional Radiologic Technologist, $25K Sign on Bonus

Holy Cross Health Fl; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Holy Cross Health Florida in Fort Lauderdale is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technologist to support fluoroscopy and imaging procedures. You will operate radiographic and digital imaging equipment, acquire and route images to PACS, and communicate effectively with the medical team to ensure patient safety throughout procedures.

The role requires Florida licensure as a Radiologic Technologist, ARRT Radiography, and BLS certification, with on-call availability within 30 minutes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved Diagnostic Radiology program.
• BLS certification required.
• On-call availability within 30 minutes.
• Florida Licensed Radiologic Technologist (ARRT Radiography).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of radiographic and digital imaging equipment and table positioning for patient safety.
• Acquires images and transmits them to PACS.
• Communicates clearly with the team in writing and verbally.
• Transports patients to/from procedural and recovery areas as needed.
• Assists with patient transfer to/from the procedure table.
• Maintains ongoing communication with the physician operator during procedures.
• Learns new procedures and coordinates in-service education for staff.
• Administers contrast media under physician direction and responds to reactions.

Skills

Radiology equipment operation

PACS usage

Team communication

Education

AMA-approved Diagnostic Radiology program

Tools

PACS

Job description

Employment Type: Full time

Shift:

Description:

$25K Sign on Bonus for the Full Time position

Position Purpose

IR Techs use fluoroscopy (essentially real-time X-ray), specialized wires, stents and other tools to visualize the patient's condition in real time and also change what they see

What you will do:

• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the radiographic / digital imaging equipment and table positioning as appropriate for safe patient care.
• Demonstrates ability to acquire images and send images to the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).
• Demonstrates ability to communicate verbally and in written form (e.g. sticky notes) clearly and effectively with other members of the team.
• Transports patients to and from procedural area, admitting and recovery area, and other areas within the hospital as needed.
• Assists with patient transfer to and from procedure table and stretcher.
• Establishes and maintains ongoing communication with the physician operator throughout procedures to facilitate patient safety, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Demonstrates willingness to learn new procedures and coordinates in-service/education for other associates, as needed.
• Administers contrast media under the direction of a physician. Recognizes signs of a contrast reaction and responds appropriately with corrective action.
• Systematically reviews history and physical, lab values, prior imaging, and correlates invasive procedure protocol with patient’s physiological status. Communicates findings to physician operator and fellow team members.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an American Medical Association (AMA) approved Diagnostic Radiology program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Able to respond on-site within 30 minutes when participating in the on-call rotation.
• Florida Licensed Radiologic Technologist, Radiography credentialing thru American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (R) (ARRT).

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages available, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistance

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