PRN Interventional Radiology Tech

Aurora Health Care; Sturtevant (WI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures, operate angiographic equipment, and assist in interventional and surgical cases.

This role requires licensure, ARRT registration, and BLS/ACLS within 6 months; you will ensure image quality, patient safety, and timely documentation in the radiology information system.

Strong communication and teamwork are essential as you support clinicians, patients, and staff in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Competent in basic radiology positioning and techniques.
• Knowledge of basic radiation safety and aseptic techniques.
• Knowledge of anatomy that includes vascular and/or cerebral.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients, and other staff members.
• Ability to work independently.
• Intermediate computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operates angiographic equipment to perform diagnostic procedures.
• Acts as a scrub assistant on interventional and surgical procedures.
• Monitors patients and alerts staff of life-threatening changes; assists with CPR when required.
• Identifies and processes images, ensures diagnostic quality and proper labeling.
• Compares requisitions to physician orders for exam accuracy.
• Post-processes images and labels with patient name and MRU number.
• Maintains records per regulatory agencies; enters data into the radiology information system.
• Performs patient positioning and transporting duties necessitating lifting and pushing.
• Demonstrates knowledge to provide age-appropriate care and growth/development awareness.

Skills

Radiology positioning

Radiation safety

Anatomy knowledge

Communication skills

Independence

Computer skills

Education

Radiologic Technology program

Job description

Responsibilities

• Competently operates angiographic equipment used to perform basic and intermediate diagnostic procedures, including but not limited to biopsy, para/thoracentesis, abscess drainages, peripheral vascular stenting, catheter placement, thrombolytic therapy, and embolization.
• Acts as a scrub assistant on basic interventional and surgical procedures, receiving direction from attending and resident physicians.
• Monitors patients and alerts staff of life‑threatening changes in patient status. Applies the defibrillator and performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation when required. Provides assistance with emergency procedures, responding quickly and effectively as they occur.
• Identifies and processes images, assuring that images are of diagnostic quality. Assists clinical engineering staff in evaluating digital equipment to maintain consistent image quality.
• Compares requisitions to physician orders to ensure ordered exam accuracy.
• Post‑processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images, identifying patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan on all images.
• Maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies, enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling while utilizing proper technique.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age‑specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures. Age‑specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

• Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin.
• Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 6 months.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 6 months unless the department leader determines it is not required.

Education Required

• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology.

Experience Required

• No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Competent in basic radiology positioning and techniques.
• Knowledge of basic radiation safety and aseptic techniques.
• Knowledge of anatomy that includes vascular and/or cerebral.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients, and other staff members.
• Ability to work independently.
• Intermediate computer skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs. over the head, and carry up to 40 lbs. for a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Must have clear speech, vision, and hearing.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.