Interventional Radiology Technologist

Interventional Radiology Technologist

SSM Health

Mount Vernon, IL 62864

Posted year ago

  • Job Type(s)

    Full Time Temporary

  • Industry

    Healthcare

  • Work Schedule

    Day Shift

  • Job Description

    Interventional Radiology Technologist

    It's more than a career, it's a calling

    IL-SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon

    Worker Type:

    Regular

    Job Highlights:

    This is a full-time, day-shift position working four 10-hour shifts Mon-Fri. The four days you will work during the week are negotiable. The position does require call on Sundays. Certifications required are IEMA and ARRT.

    Job Summary:

    Performs specialized imaging procedures such as angio, complex vascular and nonvascular and neuro interventional and therapeutic procedures, along with assisting the Radiologist/PA. The only registration requirement for this position is Radiography.

    Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
    • Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
    • Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity. Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.
    • Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
    • Ensures all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.
    • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.


    EDUCATION

    • Associate's degree or completion of a radiology certification program


    EXPERIENCE

    • No experience required

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    • Constant standing and walking.
    • Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
    • Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
    • Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
    • Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
    • Frequent lifting/moving of patients.
    • Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
    • Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
    • Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
    • Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
    • Rare kneeling and sitting.

    REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

    State of Work Location: Illinois
    Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
    And
    Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
    Or
    Radiologic Technologists Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
    And
    ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

    State of Work Location: Missouri, Oklahoma

    • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
    • And
    • ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)


    State of Work Location: Wisconsin

    • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
    • And
    • Radiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
    • And
    • ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

    Licenses / Certifications:

    ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA), FUTURE - Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) within 90 days - American Heart Association (AHA), Radiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), Radiologic Technologists Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)

    Work Shift:

    Day Shift (United States of America)

    Job Type:

    Employee

    Department:

    4203000046 Radiology Angiography

    Scheduled Weekly Hours:40

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