IR Technologist, Inpt

University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 101,347,000 - 136,738,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rochester is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to set up interventional radiology (IR) rooms and interact with patients and family members to provide a compassionate environment during visits.

The role requires completing formal radiologic technology training and ARRT certification, with an emphasis on patient care, accuracy, and teamwork in a 40-hour work week.

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

• Prepares room and patient for the exam.
• Positions equipment and patient to produce a high-quality image.
• Verifies patient information in electronic systems and follows patient identifiers.
• Transfers patients using assistive devices and ensures safety.
• Maintains accurate record keeping and PACS image delivery.

Skills

Customer service

Radiologic experience

Education

School of Radiologic Technology

Equivalent education/experience

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:

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:

GENERAL PURPOSE

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, transfer boards, hover mats.
• Maintains accurate patient record keeping by properly identifying images and ensuring images are sent to the PACS system correctly.

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

• 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.