TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Interventional Radiology Technologist for a travel job in Waterbury, Connecticut.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Interventional Radiology Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
We are looking for an Interventional Radiology Technologist (IR Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Waterbury, CT. The right IR Tech should have 1 year of recent acute care experience. Read below for additional requirements.
As an IR Tech, you will be responsible for operating the fluoroscopic equipment and assisting the physicians with minimally invasive, image-guided procedures. IR Techs are also responsible for preparing and observing the patients undergoing the procedure and reporting abnormal activity.
Tasks
As an IR Tech, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:
- Confirm patient identification, review imaging requests and explain procedures to patients providing reassurance and support as required
- Assist in scrubbing all diagnostic and interventional procedures
- Monitor patient during all procedures
- Demonstrate thorough knowledge of radiation protection standards, devices, and techniques on patient and operator exposure in order to assure that adequate safeguards are maintained
- Demonstrate knowledge of physiology and anatomy, such as the location, appearance and function of various major and minor systems susceptible to Radiologic exposure and the physical abnormalities with most diseases or lesions which are customarily depicted by the procedures performed in the IR Clinic, in order to interpret examination requests accurately
- Demonstrate knowledge required to operate intravenous (I.V.) and dye injector pumps
- Maintain accurate patient records
- Understand and use the McKesson PACS system
Requirements
Must have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ACLS, and ARRT (R) National Certification and state-specific licensing when required. Vascular Interventional certificate preferred.
IR Techs should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. IR Techs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.
Requirements*: ARRT (VI), BLS, ARRT (R), 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.TotalMed Allied Job ID #1323820. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: IR Technologists - IR Tech RAD - Travel
About TNAA TotalMed Allied
In the fast-paced, highly competitive industry that is healthcare, you need a partner who works for and with you. At TotalMed, we’re a team who really cares. Our goal is to give gold standard customer care by enhancing the recruiter - traveler partnership with a high level of integrity and fun while supporting the experience you want to have throughout your travel career.
Our recruiters can help you evaluate the best healthcare jobs offered nationwide by uncovering your ideal career path and providing as much information as possible to assist in making the best decision for you in a no pressure atmosphere.
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