Neuro IR Technologist - On-Call Imaging Expert

jeffersonhealth; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Neuro Interventional Radiology (IR) Technologist at Jefferson Health operates interventional radiographic equipment to image the body for diagnostic and interventional procedures under the direction of a radiologist. They work with the radiologic care team to ensure quality imaging and patient safety.

Responsibilities include assisting with diverse interventional procedures, ensuring proper patient and equipment positioning, and maintaining equipment and room readiness.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of needles, catheters, sterile techniques and drugs used in each exam.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Preference for 2 years as an interventional radiographer in a hospital setting.
• Registered Technologist Radiology (RT) required by ARRT.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff in line with Jefferson values.
• Perform interventional procedures such as vascular non-cardiac angiography, drainage, biopsies, nephrostomies, catheter insertions, and embolizations under physician direction.
• Maintain patient and equipment positioning for safety and exam success during contrast flow.
• Test equipment such as contrast media injectors and program selectors for proper function.
• Determine equipment requirements and scout films based on the physician's diagnoses.
• Adhere to radiation safety standards to protect staff and patients.
• Maintain radiographic and laboratory equipment and the examination room.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by lead technologist, supervisor, or manager.

Skills

Needles & catheters

Sterile techniques

Radiology safety

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Contrast injectors

Imaging equipment

Job description

The Neuro Interventional Radiology (IR) Technologist at Jefferson Health operates interventional radiographic equipment to image the body for diagnostic and interventional procedures under the direction of a radiologist. They work with the radiologic care team to ensure quality imaging and patient safety.

Responsibilities include assisting with diverse interventional procedures, ensuring proper patient and equipment positioning, and maintaining equipment and room readiness.