Neuro Interventional Radiologic Technologist I

University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is hiring a Radiologic Technologist to set up IR study rooms, assist patients and families with a caring atmosphere, and operate imaging equipment in a high-standard environment.

You will verify patient information across systems, assist with transfers, and support accurate image posting and billing processes, under standard URMC protocols.

Qualifications

• Completion of formal radiologic technology training and NYS licensure with ARRT CE credits.
• Active certification and state licensure are required for the role.
• One-year Radiologic Technologist experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Prepares room and patient specific to the exam to be performed.
• Arranges equipment, trays, supplies, positions patients and determines exposure factors.
• Verifies patient identity and exam details in electronic information systems.
• Ensures correct patient status and age-specific needs are met during the visit.
• Transfers patients to and from imaging tables using assistive devices.
• Completes and bills for studies accurately and maintains documentation.

Skills

Customer service

Patient interaction

Attention to detail

Education

Formal training in Radiologic Technology

NYS licensure and ARRT certification with CE credits

1 year experience as Radiologic Technologist preferred

Tools

PACS

RIS

eRecord

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

Worker Subtype: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Department: 910132 Neurosurgery Clinical Support

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.

SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXERCISED

Please refer to the Career ladder

MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED

Systems: Medical record (eRecord), PACS, Radiology Information System (RIS), patient transport, communication systems, web paging, telephone/fax, printers, Inventory Management System.

Equipment: Wheelchairs, Stretchers, Patient beds, C-arms, Fluoro rooms, Ultrasound equipment used for IR procedures, ablation / cryo units, patient transfer assist devices (slider boards, lifts, hover mats), Image post processing equipment.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Prepares room and patient specific to the exam to be performed.
• Arranges equipment, trays, supplies, position patients, and determine proper exposure factors in order 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 the appropriate information needed to meet his or her age-specific needs.
• Utilizes electronic patient information systems to verify patient name, date, appropriate exam, and any special exam specific comments from the provider.
• Transfers patients to and from imaging tables using assistive devices such as ARJO lift, transfer boards, hover mats.
• Scrubs with physicians as required.
• Maintains accurate patient record keeping by properly identifying images and assuring images are sent to the PACS system correctly.
• Completes and bills for studies accurately

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology. Maintains current NYS licensure and ARRT certification with CE credits as required. One-year experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred

NOTE: This document describes typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit management from assigning other work as required.

Career Ladder

There are three bands which are differentiated by level of independence, supervision required, certification, ability to precept new employees in the use of all equipment, and the ability to lead and meet established departmental goals.

Band One (I): Non-Certified IR Technologist - Technologists new to the IR Department who require training as well as regular direct supervision and guidance from a more senior technologist. This generally involves orientation to the Departments infrastructure, policies, protocols, workflows, procedures and routines. During this period the Technologists must demonstrate an ability to progress towards proficient and competent performance with regards to interventional procedures, fluoroscopy room equipment, digital subtraction, inventory, power injections and post processing tools. Required to complete in a timely manner all associated paper and computer work for discharging with appropriate post procedure instructions.

Band Two (II): Certified IR Technologist - With minimal supervision is responsible for setting up for all interventional procedures in a safe and efficient manner, completing all associated paper and computer work.

Additional duties may include work on special projects such as new equipment evaluations, resource manuals, assisting in the design of areas where clinical equipment will be installed, or assignment to departmental committees.

Band Two requires a minimum of 18 months of progressively responsible professional work experience as an IR specialist in a clinical or hospital environment with at least 6 months dedicated to the URMC Imaging Sciences Department, certification in Vascular Interventional Radiolo