Interventional Radiology Technologist

Interventional Radiology Technologist, First Shift, Radiology Department

UC Health is hiring a full-time Interventional Radiology Technologist for the radiology department for first shift at University of Cincinnati Medical Center. We’re offering up to a $30,000 service-on bonus!

The Interventional Radiology Technologist assists with all aspects of diagnostic and/or interventional angiographic procedures within vascular angiography suite. Includes (but not limited to) responsibility for all diagnostic and interventional modalities used within the department including intravascular ultrasound.

About University of Cincinnati Medical Center

As part of the Clifton Campus of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati’s academic health system, University of Cincinnati Medical Center has served Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care team. Our experts utilize the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available, providing a level of specialty and subspecialty medical care that is not available anywhere else in Greater Cincinnati.

UC Medical Center is also home to medical breakthroughs- our physician experts conduct basic, translational and clinical research, leading to new therapies and care protocols, and connecting patients to the latest and most advanced treatments. UC Medical Center houses Greater Cincinnati’s only Level I adult trauma center, which includes the right mix of specialist and medical resources available at a moment’s notice for a wide variety of the most complex medical conditions and injuries.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum Required: Associate's degree, Completion of an AMA approved program in radiologic technology, or associate's degree of science in radiologic technology
• License and Certification: Ohio license, Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
• Minimum required: 1-2 years equivalent experience

Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today! 

Join our team as an Interventional Radiology Technologist in our radiology department and work alongside the best and brightest clinical teams collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

About UC Health 

UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching—a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com

At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.

UC Health is an EEO employer.

• Engages in population appropriate communication. 
• Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. 
• Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. 
• Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. 
• Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. 
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. 
• Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. 
• Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. 
• Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. 
• Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.
• Inspects and prepares radiologic equipment. Troubleshoots as necessary. 
• Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate people. Follows thorough until problem resolved. 
• Produces hard copy of images as needed. Maintains archival storage of digitized data.
• Prepares patients for procedures, providing clear understandable instructions. 
• Respects the rights, privacy and property of others. 
• Shows sensitivity and compassion. 
• Prepares and administers contrast media under MD supervision. 
• Provides knowledgeable assistance in obtaining necessary images. 
• Demonstrates compliance with infection control guidelines and hand hygiene policies. 
• Utilizes personal protective equipment and standard precautions in relation to exposure to blood and bodily fluids. 
• Maintains sterile technique while preparing sterile tray and draping patient. 
• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures and responds appropriately when emergencies occur. 
• Monitors radiation exposure to patient and regulates time and intensity of dose to protect patient and other team members, Notifies MD of prolonged exposure. 
• Reports to radiation physicist per hospital policy. 
• Monitors contrast usage during case. Keeps MD aware of contrast usage during procedure. 
• Demonstrates proper hemostasis techniques including manual pressure. 
• Maintains competence and certification in point of care testing. 
• Participates in continuing education activities to promote professional growth. 
• Participates in unit activities and/or hospital committees to improve patient care and work-related processes. 
• Precepts students and other health care team members to maximize their learning experience. 
• Engages in ongoing education and training in cultural and language appropriate service delivery. 
• Stays current with changes in technology and patient care by attending in services, journal clubs and reading professional journals.