Travel Interventional Radiology Technologist
Urbana, IL
Talent4Health
4x9 hrs, Days

ID: 62090609 Shift: Day M-F 730-5 (4/9's) 4x9 Hr Description: Job Summary:The Registered Radiologic Technologist is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility of patients for a designated time frame and to provide care, specifically in the Heart & Vascular Institute. The patient population consists of those requiring an invasive cardiology or invasive radiology study. The Registered Radiologic Technologist will assist the physician in all procedures and provide a valuable service to the patient and the team.Essential Functions:-Administers contrast material (when applicable), according to physician's request, by means of existing IV line or by performing venipuncture and placing IV line; recognizes and responds to hypersensitivity or allergic reactions.-All functions and duties will be under the direct supervision of a physicist or dosimetrist.-Assists with inventory/supplies.-Checks for correct patient and chart identification, diagnosis, and treatment position.-Compiles pertinent clinical information pertaining to lab, pathology, etc.-Assists in instruction of new staff as necessary.-Documents accurately and completely.-Explains procedure to patient and provides for patient care- including comfort, support, safety, and confidentiality.-Accurately informs procedural nurse of correct doses of intra-procedural medications, radiation and sponge/sharp counts.-Performs on call duties and/or work variable shifts as assigned to meet department needs.-Performs all essential functions of the Radiologic Technologist.Department-Specific Duties:-Administers and withholds contrast and treatment as appropriate. -Assess patients for allergies.-Peripheral Vascular work.-Venous Central Lines.-Tube Changes.-Embolization Work (Venous and Arterial).-Venous Thrombectomy Work.-Takes late shift duties as assigned to meet department needs.-Peripheral Vascular work.-Venous Central Lines.-Tube Changes.-Embolization Work (Venous and Arterial).-Venous Thrombectomy Work.-Experience with Interventional Neurology is preferred.-Dialysis work (AV Fistulas, Tunneled Dialysis Catheters, Peritoneal Dialysis Catheters).-Tube access and changes (G-tube, Chole, Neph, Biliary, Abscess, SPC).-Neuro (is ideal) (Cerebral arterial/venous, Kyphoplasty). Schedule Notes:M-F 730-5 (4/9's)Skills: Required Skills & Experience:-Capacity to learn and retain information regarding patient care and procedures.-Ability to communicate effectively, follow directions, and complete detailed work accurately.-Demonstrates compassion and caring in dealing with others.-Manual dexterity to handle small supplies.Preferred Skills & Experience:-Previous Radiologic Technology experience in a procedural setting.Department-Specific Skills & Experience:-Able to work around and maintain a sterile field during procedures.-Can pull supplies for procedures.-Experience with Interventional Neurology is preferred. Required Skills: [ "PATIENT CARE", "PATIENT SAFETY", "PREVIOUS RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY EXPERIENCE IN A PROCEDURAL SETTING", "HYPERSENSITIVITY REACTION MANAGEMENT"] Additional Skills: [ "PROCEDURE SUPPLY MANAGEMENT"]Education: Required Education:-Associate's Degree in Related Field.OR-Certificate in Radiologic Technology.Preferred Education: -N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: -BLS (American Heart Assoc.).-ACLS (American Heart Assoc.).-IEMA Radiography License Illinois.-Radiography (R)(ARRT).Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/AJob Category: Clinical-Allied Guaranteed Hours: 36 Contract Weeks:90Urbana