Per Diem Radiologic Technologist

Job Title: Radiologic Technologist Reports To: Practice Administrator Location(s): Vascular Care Specialists Pay Status: Per Diem / Hourly Non-Exempt Position Summary: Types of procedures: Peripheral and visceral angiography, stent placement, angioplasty, atherectomy, thrombectomy, central venous access, venograms, IVC filter placement and AV shunt imaging and interventions.

Primary Duties: Understands how to set, adjust, and control a c-arm fluoroscope to safely apply ionizing radiation for radiographic examinations. Minimize patient and occupational exposure through shielding, proper techniques and applying the principals of ALARA Assists physicians in the completion of invasive vascular imaging procedures Has detailed knowledge of all exams that can be performed in the OBL angio suite and can explain procedures to patients and their families.

Maintenance and knowledge of how to operate all equipment used in the angio suite including: Ultrasound, digital subtraction angiography, cine radiography, contrast injector, Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS), atherectomy devices and angiojet device. Familiar with sterile technique and performs the role of scrub or circulator Extensive knowledge of all products in lab including: Specialty wires, catheters, angioplasty balloons, all varieties of stents, ports and central lines.

Post processing of radiographic images on radiographic equipment and in the PACs system Inventory management Prep all procedures and communicate with physicians about necessary equipment, products, and approach Extensive understanding of anatomy and physiology is important.

Qualifications

REQUIRED for the position: National RT(R) credentialing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and in good standing with the ethics committee Current State of Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist License Experience with vascular imaging procedures Current BLS Healthcare Provider certification by date of hire DESIRED for the position: Extensive experience with vascular imaging procedures including angiography, PVD interventions, embolization and thrombectomy procedures Minimum of 1 year of experience in Interventional radiology setting preferred Vascular Interventional (VI), Cardiovascular (CV), or Cardiac Interventional (CI) Radiography credentials from the ARRT preferred Current ACLS Provider certification by date of hire