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Interventional Radiology Technologist

Interventional Radiology Technologist

The Center for Orthopedic and Research EGilbert, AZ, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Greet patients in a professional and friendly manner
  • Operates conventional, fluoroscopic or radiology equipment to obtain images of designated body parts according to physician specifications and / or orders
  • Assists with acquiring and opening product during procedure based on physician needs and orders; maintain supplies
  • Demonstrate critical thinking ability to plan and implement patient care
  • Ability to multi-task, complete all tasks in a timely manner
  • Educate patients regarding the procedures
  • Create and maintain patient electronic medical record (EMR)
  • Ensure images are in the PACS system
  • Maintain quantity and quality control checks to assure imaging unit meets standards required by laws, rules, and departmental policies.
  • Clean, maintain, and make minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining repairs needed to equipment.
  • Protect patient and other personnel from radiation hazards

EDUCATION

  • High school diploma / GED

    • EXPERIENCE

  • 1 or more years of interventional radiology or related experience
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system knowledge helpful

    • REQUIREMENTS

  • ARRT Certification in Radiography
  • Arizona State license
  • BLS Certification (AHA)

    • KNOWLEDGE

  • Medical terminology
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of diagnostic radiographic procedures.
  • Knowledge of basic chemistry, film apparatus, and film processing techniques.
  • Knowledge of how diseases and injuries are diagnosed and imaged radiographically.
  • Knowledge of human anatomy.
  • Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the work.

    • SKILLS

  • Strong customer service skills
  • Strong attention-to-detail
  • Analytical skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Interpersonal and communication skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships

    • ABILITIES

  • Ability to lift and position patients for the type of X-ray procedure required.
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to set up and operate radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment.
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