Interventional Radiology Technologist - Methodist

Carle Health • $70K — $121K *
Peoria, IL 61604In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire
  • Registered Radiologic Technologist (R) certification by ARRT
  • Licensed Radiologic Technologist in Illinois by IEMA
  • Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology
  • Experience in a related field

Responsibilities

  • Perform special procedures for accurate examinations under radiologist supervision
  • Exhibit competency in angiographic and CT radiographic procedures
  • Adapt procedures based on patient needs or radiologist requests
  • Prepare necessary medical items like catheters and guidewires
  • Document pre and post procedure information accurately
  • Follow patient safety goals set by JCAHO
  • Maintain quality care during procedures

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package offered
  • Opportunities for professional training and development
  • Supportive work environment fostering mutual respect
Full Job Description
Overview

Conducts or participates in special procedures while working directly with the radiologist to obtain specific results to be used by physicians for diagnostic purposes and interventional treatment.
Qualifications

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA); Registered in Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), Education: Associate's Degree: Radiologic Technology; Certificate of Completion: Radiologic Technology, Work Experience: Related field
Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence
  • Performs special procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of Medical Imaging to assigned patients of all ages. Performs sure guidance and needle guidance using CT and/or Fluoroscopy under the direct supervision of the Radiologist.
  • Exhibits competency in performing and filming angiographic and CT radiographic procedures.
  • Deviates from routines when the patient's condition requires it or at the request of the radiologist.
  • Knowledgeable of catheters, guidewires, and sterile trays and prepares these items as necessary.
  • Obtains and documents accurate pre and post procedure information as applicable.
  • Follow JCAHO patient safety goals.
  • Maintains quality care throughout the procedure.
  • Practices radiation protection through shielding whenever possible.
  • Demonstrates a practical problem solving approach to patient moving and handling issues.
  • Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift equipment.
  • Performs patient bedside lab testing and associated quality control in compliance with medical provider's orders and hospital lab procedures and policies
Key Accountability
  • Maintains working knowledge of equipment in order to function in all areas of special procedures
  • Technically knowledgeable of equipment operation including hardware and software
  • Performs reasonable troubleshooting.
  • Checks and observes equipment for general safety and appropriate operation.
  • Reports equipment problems through appropriate channels.
  • Maintains clean work area, checks and stocks all supplies in their specific area and verifies pertinent accessories assigned to that room.
Key Accountability
  • Performs support functions of the Medical Imaging Department to ensure patient expectations and needs are met. Assumes personal responsibility to train fellow technologist/students
  • Promptly processes films and paper work to ensure timely turn around
  • Maintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and expedient patient care, transporting patients to and from the department as required.
  • Maintains and ensures a safe environment for patients and personnel and maintenance of the QA, QC, QI programs
  • Shares knowledge, guides, and encourages fellow technologist/students with proper department protocol and procedures.
  • Displays a professional attitude in the area toward fellow technologists/students, fostering mutual respect and creating a productive learning environment.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $34.07per hour - $58.6per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.

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