Interventional Radiology Technologist

Job Summary

The Interventional Radiology Technologist is responsible for providing high-quality imaging and specialized procedures in an interventional radiology setting. This position requires expertise in operating specialized equipment to ensure optimal clarity for physician diagnosis while minimizing discomfort and radiation exposure to patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of procedures including vascular angiograms, biopsies, drainages, tube placements, injections, paracentesis, thoracentesis, thrombectomies, and embolizations.
• Provide comprehensive imaging for intricate procedures such as strokes, MMAs, pipelines, coilings, vasospasms, EVD placements, AVMs, carotid stents, and rhizotomies.
• Adhere to safety and infection control policies while ensuring patient confidentiality and sensitivity to emotional and physical needs.
• Evaluate and utilize diagnostic radiographic principles, including imaging processing and quality control.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians and nursing staff, to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Participate in educational processes and mentorship for Radiologic Technology students, as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an Interventional Radiology setting.
• Current certifications: ARRT and BLS (American Heart Association).
• North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) license or willingness to obtain within 2 to 6 weeks of submission.
• Competitive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, and medical terminology.
• Ability to operate EPIC charting, Radiant, Cupid, PACS, and Accudose systems.

Work Schedule

Shifts are available in 8 or 10-hour formats, Monday through Friday, with the requirement to be flexible with scheduling. On-call duties may include evenings and weekends, alongside a rotation every 3-4 weeks.

Additional Information

Successful candidates must be willing to float between multiple locations within the region and be adaptable to evolving workflow processes. Orientation and specific training programs will be provided for a duration of 2 weeks, with potential to reduce the duration based on validation of prior experience.