IR Neuro Rad Tech

SMH Interventional Radiology Rad Tech must have Neurosurgery/neuroscience experience. The position involves 5-8 hour shifts with room for negotiation at a maximum of 4-10 hour shifts. There is no rotating shift schedule. The role requires 2-3 call shifts per month along with at least 1 holiday assignment.

The client prefers a healthcare professional with interventional radiology experience. For reference, the unit typically trains radiologic technologists coming from other modalities for up to six months when they start in neuro IR.

• Demonstrates competence in selecting exposure factors, positioning, and consistently producing radiologic images of diagnostic quality.
• Works cooperatively with all members of the department to resolve problems expediently.
• Displays flexibility, team spirit, compassion, respect, politeness, and accountability when dealing with customers.
• Demonstrates awareness of and sensitivity for patient's rights in all interfaces with patients.

• Administers oral contrast as needed per exam.
• Instructs and prepares patients for radiographic/fluoroscopic examinations and assists Radiologist during procedures.
• Demonstrates competence and proficiency in operation of all x-ray equipment, CR, and DR systems.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to manager or lead.
• Completes all assigned procedures in a timely manner and uses time between procedures to department advantage by assisting others, performing clerical duties, stocking, transporting, etc.
• Understands role in maintaining medication security to authorized personnel only.
• Demonstrates competency in providing healthcare services in own job category to all age groups.
• Demonstrates competency in interpersonal relationships with all age groups.

• Demonstrates competency in the use of Hospital Information System (HIS), Radiology Information System (RIS), and PACS.
• Participates in hospital performance improvement activities (BPI projects, task forces, etc.) when warranted.
• Maintains confidentiality using own password and all patient care modules.
• Answers telephone inquiries of a technical nature from physicians or hospital personnel in other areas of the hospital while maintaining good phone etiquette.

• BLS (American Heart Association ONLY)
• Two (2) years of experience
• Licensing in the state of NY

• Technician License (NY ONLY) - Required
• Two (2) years of experience - Required
• BLS (American Heart Association ONLY) - Required
• Neurosurgery/Neuroscience Experience - Required
• AART - Required
• VIR - Nice to have