Technologist-Interventional Radiology

Baptist; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform complex radiology examinations and assist in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The ideal candidate will have completed a formal education program in radiography and will demonstrate a thorough understanding of radiologic principles.

This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain a safe environment for patients. Responsibilities include quality control of procedures and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Radiology Technology Program.
• Minimum of 1 year as a radiology technologist preferred.
• 6 months experience in IR/Cath lab/EP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic to complex quality radiologic procedures.
• Set up sterile table and assemble necessary instruments.
• Assist Radiologist/Neurologist/Cardiologist during procedures.
• Complete documentation as required.
• Maintain and ensure safety in equipment and work areas.

Skills

Radiologic principles/theory

Safety methods

Patient care

Technical skills

Documentation

Education

Completion of a formal education program in radiography

Job description

Under supervision, performs a variety of complex radiology examinations, imaging procedures/treatment, interventional diagnostic and therapeutic procedures within the interventional radiology, cardiac cath lab, or electrophysiology lab areas according to radiology practice standards. Also assists in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned. Provides-on call and callback coverage as required.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs basic to complex quality radiologic procedures using appropriate technical and safety method as requested by a licensed physician in Interventional Radiology, Neuro Interventional Lab, Cardiac Cath Lab, and Electrophysiology lab.
• Sets up sterile table, assembles necessary instruments, catheters, guidewires, and contrast materials according to procedure requirements.
• Assists Radiologist/Neurologist/Cardiologist with catheters, guidewires, balloons, coils, and treatments.
• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan and implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
• Completes assigned goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum: Experience as obtained through the completion of a Radiology Technology Program.

Preferred: Minimum of 1 year as a radiology technologist. 6 months experience in IR/Cath lab/EP

Education

Minimum: Completion of a formal education program in radiography accredited by a mechanism acceptable to ARRT.

Special Skills

Minimum: Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory. Utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results. Demonstrates ability to receive and follow written and oral instructions; ability to plan and organize work

Licensure

Minimum: Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with Registry in Radiography ARRT (R). BLS Certification within 14 days of hire; New graduate will obtain required registry within 120 days as required; State license as required.

Preferred: Registry in Vascular Interventional ARRT(VI)