Travel IR Technologist

Trinity Health; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 142,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Health at St. Mary’s Athens, GA seeks an Interventional Radiology (IR) Tech to join a fast-paced imaging team. You will support fluoroscopy-guided procedures and assist physicians in scrub/circulator roles while maintaining patient safety and image quality.

The ideal candidate demonstrates thorough knowledge of radiographic and digital imaging equipment, can acquire and send images to PACS, and communicates clearly with the team. On-site, 3x12 shifts with a $2,808 weekly rate.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Diagnostic Radiology program.
• ARRT Radiography credentialing required.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians as scrub/circulator for Interventional Radiology procedures.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of radiographic/digital imaging equipment and table positioning.
• Acquires images and sends them to PACS.
• Communicates clearly with team members.
• Transports patients to/from procedural areas and recovery areas.
• Assists with patient transfer to/from procedure table.
• Maintains communication with physician operator for safety and diagnosis.
• Learns new procedures and coordinates in-service/education for staff.
• Administers contrast media under physician direction.
• Reviews history, labs, prior imaging and correlates protocols with patient status.

Skills

Radiology procedures

PACS image transfer

Patient transport

Clear communication

Fluoroscopy

Education

AMA approved Diagnostic Radiology program

ARRT radiography credentialing

Tools

PACS

Job description

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Description:

Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the radiographic / digital imaging equipment and table positioning as appropriate for safe patient care. Assists physicians as scrub/circulator for Interventional Radiology procedures including, but not limited to, arteriograms for cerebral, renal, mesenteric, pelvic and extremity circulation (possible angioplasty/stent placement/thrombolytic therapy/embolization), percutaneous gastrostomy tube procedures, percutaneous nephrostomy and urologic stenting procedures, venous access procedures, venography of the extremities, inferior and superior vena cava (possible angioplasty/stent placement/filter placement/thrombolytic therapy), percutaneous cholangiogram (possible balloon dilation/stent placement/drainage catheter placement/stone extraction), transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt, endovascular repair of thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysms and is willing to adapt to new technologies and protocols.

Position Purpose

IR Techs use fluoroscopy (essentially real-time X-ray), specialized wires, stents and other tools to visualize the patient’s condition in real time and also change what they see

What you will do:

• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the radiographic / digital imaging equipment and table positioning as appropriate for safe patient care.




• Demonstrates ability to acquire images and send images to the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).




• Demonstrates ability to communicate verbally and in written form (e.g. sticky notes) clearly and effectively with other members of the team.




• Transports patients to and from procedural area, admitting and recovery area, and other areas within the hospital as needed.




• Assists with patient transfer to and from procedure table and stretcher.




• Establishes and maintains ongoing communication with the physician operator throughout procedures to facilitate patient safety, diagnosis, and treatment.




• Demonstrates willingness to learn new procedures and coordinates in-service/education for other associates, as needed.




• Administers contrast media under the direction of a physician. Recognizes signs of a contrast reaction and responds appropriately with corrective action.




• Systematically reviews history and physical, lab values, prior imaging, and correlates invasive procedure protocol with patient’s physiological status. Communicates findings to physician operator and fellow team members.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an American Medical Association (AMA) approved Diagnostic Radiology program.



• Basic Life Support ( BLS) certification required.


• Able to respond on-site within 30 minutes when participating in the on-call rotation.


• Florida Licensed Radiologic Technologist, Radiography credentialing thru American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (R) (ARRT).

Job Details:

Location: St. Mary's Athens, GA

Start Date: ASAP

Weeks: 13

Hours: 3x12

Shift: Days

Gross Weekly Rate: $2808

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran