Technologist-Interventional Radiology

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Memphis, TN is seeking a Radiology Technologist to execute complex radiology examinations and assist in interventional procedures. The ideal candidate will adhere to safety standards, maintain procedure rooms, and fulfill documentation requirements. A formal education in radiography and registration with ARRT are required, with preference for candidates having experience in interventional radiology. The position offers a challenging work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Minimum: Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with Registry in Radiography ARRT (R).

Responsibilities

• Performs basic to complex quality radiologic procedures.
• Sets up sterile table and assembles necessary instruments.
• Assists with catheters, guidewires, and treatments.

Skills

Understanding of Radiologic principles/theory

Ability to follow instructions

Planning and organizing work

Education

Completion of a formal education program in radiography

Job description

Overview

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.

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 the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (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 the 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 Qualifications

Registry in Vascular Interventional ARRT (VI).