Carilion Clinic

Non-profit health system delivering comprehensive care

IR Technologist-days - 4 10-hour shifts

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeRoanoke, VA, USA$33.52 - $50.28

About the Job

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent and graduate of an approved School of Radiologic Technology.
Current RT(R) status through ARRT and maintenance of the ARRT registry through required continuing education units.
Effective interpersonal, communication, teamwork, and technical skills.
Flexibility in assignments and knowledge and use of computers, applications, and digital technology.
Attention to detail and successful completion of orientation and position competency validation.
Demonstrated ongoing competence operating or supporting ancillary equipment, including thermal ablation devices, AngioJet, power injectors, EKOS, intravascular ultrasound, Penumbra, and lasers.
Knowledge of anatomy, cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, aseptic and sterile techniques, and radiation principles and safety measures.
Maintenance of competencies and standards for each skill through self-study and departmental in-services.

Responsibilities

Perform physician-ordered technical procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative in using complex equipment to diagnose and treat acute and chronic diseases, providing care to patients of all ages.
Apply knowledge of growth and development to appropriate patient care.
Operate complex radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment for vascular and invasive radiography, perform quality-control checks on equipment and support devices, and assist physicians during sterile diagnostic or invasive radiological procedures.
Evaluate and position patients safely and professionally, observe for adverse reactions, assist when necessary, and monitor physiological data and vital signs.
Prepare patients for examinations, explain procedures, evaluate laboratory results and patient history, relay information to physicians, and record and maintain procedural data.
Perform patient-processing duties, including scheduling, registration, file management, and computer processing, as applicable.
Perform laboratory tests as appropriate for the area.
Participate in training students and staff as assigned.
Support emergency department, inpatient, and trauma patients at the level-one trauma center.
Use single-plane and bi-plane angiography equipment, computed tomography, Dyna CT, power injectors, bedside ultrasound, and vascular examination equipment.
Operate multiple imaging modalities and administer contrast and procedure-based medications under the supervision and guidance of a licensed physician or advanced care practitioner.
Assist physicians and advanced care practitioners with direct patient care during interventional procedures in scrub and circulator positions, supporting peripheral and neuro-interventional radiology across care settings.
Prepare patients and equipment for invasive procedures; position tables and C-arms; set up power injections and advanced imaging techniques such as Dyna CT; use sterile technique and radiation protection; meet patient, physician, and team needs; and advocate for patients on technical matters.
Provide patient care, transport, sheath removal, closure-site care, and dressing application; ensure anatomical or foreign-body specimens are identified and delivered to the proper collection site; and participate in accurate informed consent and patient education.
Evaluate laboratory results, patient history, procedure contraindications, and prior diagnostic imaging, and discuss findings with the interdisciplinary team as needed.
Document procedural information in the medical record and databases, record supplies used for patient charges and billing, maintain an orderly procedure area, stock supplies, and keep procedure spaces ready for emergencies.
Obtain and set up procedural supplies and equipment; prepare imaging and interventional equipment; check systems and equipment quality; clean radiographic equipment and procedure suites; operate and support digital imaging systems, ultrasound, C-arms, iGuide technology, and other required hardware and software; troubleshoot with vendor support and escalate issues appropriately.
Use cone-beam CT, intravascular ultrasound, and AccuNav with guidance; operate, monitor, and process radiographic, fluoroscopic, and ultrasound imaging equipment for vascular and invasive radiologic procedures.
Act as first assist at the table, managing equipment, supplies, and back-table operations.
Assist during emergencies and use critical thinking to manage emergency situations.
Monitor and process imaging during procedures and enter patient history, laboratory results, case proceedings, equipment and supply information, and documentation into relevant databases.
Participate in educational opportunities, stay current with developments in interventional imaging techniques, procedures, and equipment, and maintain competencies through self-study and departmental in-services.
Assist with student training and orienting new employees, and escalate issues to the Interventional Radiology Technician - Advanced as needed.
Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in interactions with patients, families, visitors, and employees, and comply with the employer's policies, procedures, ethical standards, and code of conduct.
Assist physicians with direct patient care during diagnostic and interventional procedures in scrub and circulator roles, providing care to adult and geriatric patients.
Operate ancillary equipment, including power injectors, intravascular ultrasound, ultrasound, and lasers.
Assist physicians during sterile diagnostic, therapeutic, and interventional vascular and radiologic procedures, including angioplasty and stenting, atherectomy, fistulagrams, venograms, inferior vena cava filter placement or retrieval, and chest port placement or removal.
Administer contrast and procedure-based medications under physician supervision and direction.
Observe patients for adverse reactions and assist with emergency response when necessary; monitor physiological data and vital signs.

Employment Status:

Full time

Shift:

Variable Hours (United States of America)

Facility:

1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke

Requisition Number:

R161762 IR Technologist- days (4 10-hour shifts) (Open)



How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:

Up to $30,000 new hire sign on bonus and up to $7,000 in relocation assistance is available.

HOURS: Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m with rotating call and holidays.

The Interventional Radiology Technologist performs imaging procedures, supports interventional treatments, and operates specialized radiologic equipment.



The Interventional Radiology Technologist

As ordered by physician, performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, and initiative in the utilization of complex equipment for the diagnosis and treatment of chronic and acute diseases. Provides care and services to patients of all ages.
Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriate care for all patients served.
Operates complex radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment for vascular and invasive radiography. Performs quality control checks on equipment and various support devices. Assists physician during sterile diagnostic or invasive radiological procedures.
Evaluates and positions patients with a high degree of professional ethics, care, courtesy, patience and safety. Observes patients for adverse reactions and assists in aid when necessary. Observes physiological monitor and vital signs.
Prepares patients of all ages for examination and explains procedures. Evaluates lab results, patient history and relays to physician. Records and maintains all procedural data.
Performs duties associated with processing patients, which may include scheduling, registration, file management and computer processing skills.
Performs lab tests as appropriate for the area.
Participates in the training of students and staff as assigned.
Maintains ARRT registry by obtaining required CEU's. Maintains CPR certification. Enhances personal and professional growth through participation in educational opportunities.
Supports Emergency Department, Inpatient, and trauma patients from level-one trauma center.
Utilizes single-plane, bi-plane angiography equipment, as well as Computed tomography (CT) and Dyna CAD for power injectors, as well as bedside (ultrasound) and vascular exams.
Operates multi-modalities (above), and administers contrast and procedural-based medications under the supervision of and guidance of licensed physician or Advanced Care Practitioner (ACP).
The Interventional Radiology Technician
Assists physicians and advanced care practitioners with direct patient care during interventional procedures in the scrub and circulator positions. Delivers quality service through a team-oriented, collaborative approach to care for patients. Performs various technical procedures that utilize complex multi-modality imaging equipment for the diagnosis and treatment of chronic and acute conditions. Supports subspecialities of peripheral and neuro-interventional radiology in all care settings.
Prepares patients for examination and explains procedures. Prepares equipment for invasive procedures. Positions the table or/or c-arm, sets up for power injections, and advanced imaging techniques (i.e. DYNA CT). Evaluates and positions patients with a high degree of professional ethics, care, courtesy, patience, and safety. Prepares patient for procedure using sterile technique. Practices optimal radiation protection for patients and staff. Assures patient, physician, and team needs are met during procedure. Serves as patient advocate on technical aspects of patient needs. Provides patient care, transport, sheath removal, closure site care, dressing application, etc. Ensures that all anatomic or foreign body specimens are properly identified and delivered to the appropriate collection site. Participates in providing and assuring informed consent and patient education is completed accurately.
Evaluates lab results, patient history, procedure contraindications, reviews prior diagnostic imaging, and discusses with interdisciplinary team prior to procedure as needed.
Records and maintains all procedural data. Documents necessary information in the medical record. Records all supplies used during each procedure driving patient charges and billing. Maintains an orderly procedure area, stocks room supplies for daily use, and ensures that procedure space is always prepared for emergent cases.
Obtains and sets up procedural supplies and equipment. Prepares supplies, imaging, and interventional equipment during procedures. Checks systems and tests equipment quality for various support devices. Cleans radiographic equipment and procedural suites. Operates/supports single and bi-plane digital imaging systems, ultrasound, C- arms, iGuide technology, and other hard and software required. Troubleshoots as needed with vendor support and escalates challenges appropriately. Operates multi-modality imaging equipment and administers contrast and procedural-based medications under the supervision and guidance of a licensed physician. Must film cone beam CTs and use IVUS and AccuNav with guidance. Operates, monitors, and processes radiographic, fluoroscopic, and ultrasound imaging equipment for vascular and invasive radiologic procedures.
Acts as first assist tableside managing equipment and supplies as well as back table management.
Assists in emergent conditions. Uses critical thinking skills to manage emergency situations.
Monitors and processes imaging during procedures. Enters patient history, labs, and current case proceedings including equipment/supplies and documentation for various databases.
Participates in educational opportunities, stays up to date on the latest developments and trends in interventional imaging techniques, procedures, and equipment. Maintains competencies and meets or exceeds standards for each skill performed through self-study and the attendance of departmental in-services.
Assists training students and orienting new employees.
Escalates issues to the Interventional Radiology Technician - Advanced as needed.
As a team member, demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in each encounter with patients, families, visitors, and other employees.
Champions Carilion's mission, vision, and values; comply with the policies and procedures, ethical standards and code of conduct set forth by the company.
The IR Technologist - Outpatient
As ordered by physician, performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, and initiative in the utilization of complex equipment for the diagnosis and treatment of chronic and acute diseases.
Assists physicians with direct patient care during diagnostic and interventional procedures in the scrub and circulator roles.
Delivers quality service through a team-oriented, collaborative approach to care for adult and geriatric patients.
Knowledge of anatomy, cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, aseptic and sterile techniques, as well as the principles or radiation and associated safety measures.
Demonstrates ongoing competence in the ability to operate various ancillary equipment including but not limited to power injectors, IVUS, ultrasound and lasers.
Operates complex radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment for invasive vascular and radiologic procedures. Performs quality control checks on equipment and various support devices.
Assists physician during sterile diagnostic, therapeutic and interventional vascular and radiologic procedures including but not limited to angioplasty and stenting (peripheral and visceral), athrectomy, fistulagrams, venograms, IVC placement/retrieval and chest port placement/removal .
Administers contrast and procedural-based medications under the supervision of, and as directed by, a physician.
Observes patients for adverse reactions and assists with aid/emergency response when necessary.
Monitors physiological data and vital signs.

What We Require:

Education: High School graduate or equivalent. Graduate of an approved School of Radiologic Technology.

Experience: none

Licensure/Certification:Current RT(R) status through ARRT. Maintains ARRT registry by obtaining required CEU’s.

Other minimum qualifications: Effective interpersonal, communication, teamworking, and technical skills required. Flexibility in assignments and knowledge and use of computers, applications, and digital technology is essential. Pays attention to detail. Must successfully complete orientation and competency validation for position.Demonstrates ongoing competence in the ability to operate or support various ancillary equipment including but not limited to thermal ablation devices, angiojet, power injectors, EKOS, IVUS, penumbra, andlasers. Knowledge of anatomy, cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, aseptic and sterile techniques, as well as the principles of radiation and associated safetymeasures. Maintains competencies and meets or exceeds standards for each skill performed through self-study and the attendance of departmental in-services.

This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Compensation Range:

$33.52 - $50.28

Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Recruiter:

JASON BISHOP

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]

For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
Discounts on childcare
Continued education and training

About the Company

Carilion Clinic

Non-profit health system delivering comprehensive care

Carilion Clinic is a non-profit health care system in Virginia that serves about one million people through a network of hospitals, outpatient specialty centers, and primary care practices. It delivers care via multi-specialty physician teams that collaborate to put the patient first, aiming to improve outcomes and quality of care while advancing medical education and research. Its approach centers on integrated care across a broad regional network, combined with ongoing teaching and clinical studies. This makes it different from many competitors by pairing patient-focused, outcome-driven care with a strong emphasis on education and research within a nonprofit framework. The company’s goal is to provide high-quality health care, improve patient outcomes, and advance medical knowledge through education and research.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $310K
Headquarters: Roanoke, VA
Founded: 1976

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