Interventional Radiologic Technologist
Urbana, Illinois
Carle Health - 611 W Park St

Radiologic Technologist 2 - HVI Proc IR

Location: Urbana, Illinois
Employment Type: Clinical-Allied

Job Description

• Administer contrast material via existing vascular access as per physician's request.
• Recognize and respond to hypersensitivity or allergic reactions.
• Work under direct supervision of a physicist or dosimetrist.
• Assist with inventory and supplies management.
• Verify patient and chart identification, diagnosis, and treatment position.
• Compile clinical information related to labs, pathology, etc.
• Assist in training new staff as needed.
• Document procedures accurately according to policies.
• Explain procedures to patients and provide care including comfort, support, safety, and confidentiality.
• Perform all essential functions of a Radiologic Technologist.
• Perform on-call duties and/or variable shifts as assigned.
• Maintain sterile field during procedures.
• Administer and withhold contrast and treatment as appropriate.
• Assess patients for allergies.
• Pull supplies for procedures.
• Take call within 6 months of hire.

Procedural Experience Includes:

• Cardiac Cath Lab: left and right heart catheterizations, coronary stenting, pericardiocentesis, vascular access under sterile conditions.
• Structural Heart Procedures: TAVR, Watchman, Mitraclip, Triclip, ASD/PFO, CardioMEMs.
• Hybrid Peripheral Vascular Procedures with vascular surgery: EVAR, TCAR, TEVAR.
• Use of adjunctive tools: ICUS, FFR/iFR, Lithotripsy, Laser, Rota, Impella, IABP, OCT, CTO.

Contract Length

• 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)

Required Skills & Experience

• Ability to learn and retain patient care and procedural information.
• Effective communication, ability to follow directions, and attention to detail.
• Compassionate and caring demeanor.
• Manual dexterity for handling small supplies.
• Ability to maintain sterile field during procedures.
• Ability to pull supplies for procedures.
• Experience with Interventional Neurology preferred.

Education Requirements

• Associate's Degree in a related field OR Certificate in Radiologic Technology.

Certifications & Licensure

• BLS (American Heart Association)
• ACLS (American Heart Association)
• IEMA Radiography License (Illinois)
• Radiography (R) (ARRT)

This position is suitable for Radiologic Technologists with procedural experience seeking a clinical role involving advanced interventional radiology and cardiac catheterization procedures.