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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Comprehensive healthcare provider delivering specialist services

Interventional Radiology Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeLittle Rock, AR, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Registry-eligible or registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
  • Arkansas Radiologic Technologist License, or ability to obtain it before the start date.
  • New graduate or up to one year of radiology technologist experience.
  • Complete annual tuberculosis screening, criminal background check, and substance abuse testing before employment.

Responsibilities

  • Produce interventional radiology images for medical interpretation without supervising other IR technologists.
  • Educate and prepare patients for procedures by reviewing medical history, draping and positioning patients, preparing procedural or testing sites, and administering contrast media and/or medications within the scope of practice.
  • Assist physicians in performing diagnostic and therapeutic vascular interventional procedures.
  • Analyze results and take appropriate action to resolve image quality issues.
  • Educate patients about procedures, equipment, and exams to ensure their understanding and cooperation.
  • Continually assist with monitoring patient condition and report or respond to changes in status as appropriate.
  • Implement safety standards and perform appropriate equipment quality-control procedures.
  • Troubleshoot, resolve, or report equipment malfunctions as necessary and keep coworkers informed of equipment status.
  • Be responsible for daily work assignments.
  • Participate actively in maintaining American College of Radiology accreditation and various Joint Commission, Food and Drug Administration, and Ohio Department of Health inspections.
  • Assist in interviewing, selecting, orienting, and training new staff members.
  • Ensure proper staff education requirements.
  • Participate actively in the discipline process when necessary, particularly verbal and written counseling.
  • Maintain knowledge and skills to perform duties.
  • Keep rooms stocked and equipment cleaned according to department standards; perform other duties as required or directed.
  • Adhere to the time and attendance policy and discuss schedule variations with the manager.
  • Assist with departmental changes to improve workflow and learn new functions and duties as needed to keep the department viable.
  • Participate in a rotating on-call schedule.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Obtain Vascular Interventional Radiography Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists during employment, with departmental assistance.

About the Company

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Comprehensive healthcare provider delivering specialist services

UAMS Health is a comprehensive medical provider in Arkansas that offers a wide range of specialty clinics and services, including women’s health, cancer treatment, orthopaedics, stroke care, and trauma. It delivers care through clinics and procedures performed by world-renowned clinicians, using the latest medical treatments and procedures. The model centers on patient- and family-centered care, supported by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences’ academic and clinical resources. Services come from consultations, surgeries, and specialized procedures, with additional work in community outreach and health education. The goal is to improve the health and well-being of people in Arkansas by providing high-quality, expert medical care and education.

Company size
Not listed
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$2.3M
Headquarters
Little Rock, AR
Founded
1879

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