Interventional Radiologic Technologist
Fort Smith, AR
HealthTrust Workforce Solution External
5x8 hrs, Days

Facility Info:

Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

7301 Rogers Ave

Fort Smith, AR  72903

Specialty:

IR Tech 

Shift:

8am-5pm

Job Description

Greets patients by name; introduces self; provides patients with thorough explanation of procedures and efficiently performs procedure. Uses good judgment with add-on cases to meet patient needs and department needs without disrupting schedule. Understand safe & proper machine operation. Knows machine emergency procedures and radiation safety procedures. Demonstrates technical proficiency in producing diagnostic images with the ability to recognize technical abnormalities. Selects the appropriate techniques for each procedure. Positions patients according to department protocol. Prepares & stocks rooms for various exams; checks equipment between patients; orders supplies as needed. Cleans room and equipment between patients, including patient waiting areas. Effectively alters routine procedures when patient condition indicates - making appropriate changes in computer system, including exam and submitting charges. Assists in the transportation of patients/specimens. Assist radiologist and or performing physician with interventional procedures including routine and emergency procedures. Assists with procedure maintaining sterile technique and sterile fields. Positions and immobilizes patients. Demonstrates ability to perform exams on outpatient, inpatients, ICU, and ER including exams on trauma patients. Obtains appropriate clinical history and documents information. Obtains informed consent if necessary. Correctly obtains and administers contrast materials for patient exams. Timely sends all images to the RIC

Requirements:

2YRS+ Exp Working in Specialty 

2YRS+ Exp Working Only in Acute Care Setting 

ACTIVE BLS (AHA)

ARRT

RT ® 

HWS Benefits:

Referral Bonus (Up to $500) 

Weekly Pay 

Medical Insurance

401k Matching