Travel IR Technologist

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 152,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403B program

Job summary

Trinity Health in Athens, GA seeks a Part-time Interventional Radiology (IR) Tech to assist fluoroscopy-guided procedures and patient care. The role requires effective communication with the physician team, safe patient handling, and equipment operation.

You will position patients, acquire images, and send studies to PACS, coordinating closely with the operator to support diagnosis and treatment. On-call readiness within 30 minutes, BLS, and AMA-approved radiology training are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Diagnostic Radiology program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Able to respond on-site within 30 minutes when on-call.

Responsibilities

• Operate fluoroscopy and imaging equipment to acquire real-time views.
• Send images to PACS and communicate findings clearly.
• Transport patients to and from procedural areas as needed.
• Coordinate with physician operator during procedures to ensure safety.
• Administer contrast media under physician direction and monitor for reactions.

Skills

Radiographic imaging knowledge

Patient transport

Team communication

Education

AMA approved Diagnostic Radiology program

ARRT Radiography credentialing (R) / Florida license

Tools

PACS

Fluoroscopy

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: 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
• Opportunity to participate in 403B program

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.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services.

Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

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