Interventional Radiology Technologist

Overview

ERP International, LLC is seeking Interventional Radiology (IR) Technologists for full-time positions supporting Naval Medical Center San Diego. Apply online today and discover more about this exceptional employment opportunity. www.erpinternational.com

10k Sign-On Bonus!!!

Be the Best!  Join our team of exceptional health care professionals across the nation. Come discover the immense pride and job satisfaction ERP Employees experience in providing care for our Military Members, their Families and Retired Military Veterans! ERP International is honored to be named a 2026 Top Workplace by WTOP News! 7 Years Running.

* Excellent Compensation & Exceptional Comprehensive Benefits!* Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Plus 11 Paid Federal Holidays! 

* Medical/Dental/Vision, STD/LTD/Life, and Health Savings Account available!* Annual CME Stipend and License/Certification Reimbursement!

* Matching 401K!

About ERP International, LLC: ERP is a nationally respected provider of health, science, and technology solutions supporting clients in the government and commercial sectors. We provide comprehensive enterprise information technology, strategic sourcing, and management solutions to DoD and federal civilian agencies in 40 states. Founded in 2006, ERP is headquartered in Laurel, MD and maintains satellite offices in Montgomery, AL and San Antonio, TX - plus project locations nationwide. ERP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran.

Responsibilities

Schedule:

8 hour shifts. Monday - Friday between the hours of 0700 – 1600 hours, and holidays

On Call Schedule - Between the hours of 1600 and 0700 Monday - Friday and 24 hours on Weekends and Holidays. Each tech shall provide one week of on-call services no more frequently than every four (4) weeks.

Core Duties:

• Perform routine diagnostic radiological procedures/services as appropriate to the TO.• Adhere to radiation safety policies and procedures in accordance with Radiology Department policies and procedures.• Send appropriate image series to the radiologist for reading according to MTF protocol.• Correctly position the patient for the examination and make technical adjustments necessary for the required examination. Determine if any special patient preparation is required.• Process digital images and submit for interpretation by radiologists.• Document all procedures and maintain records in accordance with MTF policy.• As directed, perform system calibrations and quality control tasks according to the manufacturer and MTF policy.• Recognize artifacts and equipment errors and notify designated Government personnel of outlying values.• Initiate repair call procedures for equipment malfunctions by notifying designated Government personnel.• Report problems to the Biomedical Repair Section and record the problem condition in the trouble call logbook.• Observe and report to the radiologist any symptoms which have direct bearing on the patient's condition as a result of adverse reaction to contrast media and inform the radiologist of any condition requiring his/her attention.• Recognize the need for and institute the necessary emergency measures for situations where a person requires resuscitation procedures due to cardiac or respiratory arrest.• Correlate the patient's clinical history with the requested examination to be performed and obtain the results from previous pertinent diagnostic tests to correlate with the ultrasound study.• Consult with staff physicians from a variety of specialties such as obstetrics, gynecology, cardiology and surgery regarding the patient's pertinent past medical history, preliminary diagnosis, and condition so it correlates with the ultrasound examination.• Recognize normal anatomic variants. Also, recognize anatomic changes created by medical and surgical procedures.• Document arrival, departure, and completed tests as required by MTF policy. Send appropriate image series to the radiologist for reading according to MTF protocol.•Perform system warm ups, calibrations and quality control tasks according to manufacturer and MTF policy. Recognize artifacts and equipment errors and notify designated Government personnel of outlying values.• Explain process to patients and instructs and assists patients in assuming physical position for examination.• Assist in the compiling and archiving of records for procedures performed• Observe and report to the radiologist any symptoms which have direct bearing on the patient's

Additional Duties:

• Sets up and operates the imaging equipment (angiographic imaging systems, CT, ultrasound) to best present the medically significant aspects found if unanticipated conditions or anomalies are discovered.• Performs complex and highly specialized duties of the IR technologist, assisting in all aspects of procedures, to include handling specific equipment, preparing and utilizing procedure specific supplies, medications, and devices.• Serves as primary assistant to the Interventional Radiologist, performing complex and highly specialized IR procedures that include diagnostic and interventional arterial/venous procedures (eg. trans arterial chemoembolization, uterine fibroid embolization, pelvic congestion syndrome embolization, gonadal vein embolization, thrombolysis, thrombectomy, percutaneous, transluminal angioplasty, implantation of stents and other intravascular devices, fistula gram/shunt gram, trans jugular intrahepatic portal systemic shunt, and foreign body removal) and non-vascular interventional procedures (e.g. gastrointestinal studies, urinary studies, drainage studies, biopsies).• Ability to function as the primary circulator during all cases.• Prepares, organizes, and maintains highly complex sterile surgical set-ups. Observes and responds promptly to each stage of the procedure and anticipates the needs of the IR. Utilizes universal precautions and follows infection control policies and procedures when handling specimens, supplies, and equipment. Maintains adequate stock of sterile instruments; ensures instruments are cleaned and re-sterilized following procedures. Maintains an adequate stock of linen and informs the supervisor if they notice any shortage of supplies. Always keeps a clean and orderly room.• Responsibilities include performing clerical duties, such as the triage and scheduling of patients after reviewing requests from physicians and other health care providers. Calls for, receives, and explains procedures to all patients. Prioritizes the critical and emergency procedures and rearranges patient schedules to accommodate them. Retrieves pertinent lab results to ensure patients meet criteria to proceed with the examination. Ensures all paperwork correlating to the patient is reviewed for accuracy such as H&P (history and physical) to include allergies, medications, lab values and any medical problems, prior studies and reports, OHI (other health insurance).• Assists in the training of students and other military technologists in IR principles, procedures, capabilities, techniques, and equipment.• Performs operator level maintenance and care of equipment. Identifies need for and initiates action to obtain higher level support.• Assists in workload statistics and other records relating to IR activities and functions.• On a rotational basis, stands call for the angiographic and interventional studies needed after normal duty hours.• Existing guidelines are not specifically applicable to all aspects of the assignment, as the technology is continually evolving, and new techniques will be applied as they are published through textbooks and current journals. The technologist must be able adjust techniques for observed physiological and anatomical conditions and use judgment to deviate from procedures and tables provided to compensate for patient's injuries, illness, or physical disabilities. Technologists must maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in the field of IR radiology in order to follow new methods and guidelines for adoption.• Requires long periods of standing and walking, to include bending, lifting and carrying moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.). Positioning patients who are unconscious or disabled requires considerable effort and working in awkward positions. Occasionally, the lifting of totally incapacitated patients may require heavy lifting with assistance from fellow employees. Requires frequent physical movement for room and equipment setup during cases and between cases.• Perform routine diagnostic radiological procedures/services as appropriate to the TO.• Adhere to radiation safety policies and procedures in accordance with Radiology Department policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate from an academic program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)• Experience: One year of experience within the last two years as an IR Tech

• Certification: Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT)

• Life Support Certification: Possess a current AHA OR ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification.

• Security: Must possess ability to pass a Government background check/security clearance.

Pay Scale: $66.00 - $80.00 per hour, to be determined based on qualifications, experience, and location.