Interventional Radiology Technologist     

Job Code: 26043    

 

Position Summary

Responsible for procedures in the Interventional Radiology (IR) specialty. Assists physicians in interventional procedures and provides diagnostic aid by conducting organ or body scans on patients. 

 

Responsibilities

•    Inserts small catheters into the blood vessels and into the heart or other organs and structures so that X-rays, angiograms and other recordings can be taken to determine the function of the structure or organ 

•    Adheres to radiation safety standards 

•    Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity

•    Correctly scrubs, monitors and circulates procedures in interventional radiology lab and/or hybrid OR

•    Performs a variety of tasks

•    Performs other related duties as assigned

•    Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field 

•    Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function

•    Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

 

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

•    Associates degree in Radiologic Technology OR Graduate of a 24-month AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology

•    ARRT certification in radiography required

•    12 months’ prior experience as a diagnostic radiologic technologist with neuro or vascular interventional lab preferred

•    Must be actively rotating and working in IR and hybrid OR procedures within a year of hire

•    Completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by laboratory specialties

•    BLS required

•    ACLS within 6 months of hire

•    Must be available to be on call, as needed, and able to arrive at the hospital within 30 minutes of a page when on call

 

Working Conditions

•    Must be able to lift and move up to 35 lbs

•    Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position 

•    Typical equipment used in a clinical job

•    Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend

•    Must be able to push, pull or transport heavy equipment

 

About Kootenai Health

 

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

 

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

 

100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees. Part-time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefits start 1st of the month following 30 days of employment Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, various cell phone carriers, and more Robust and interactive employee referral program And much more

 

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

 

Apply today! Please reach out to Haley Slade by calling 208-625-5526 or by email at haley.slade@kh.org. You can also contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org  with any questions.

 

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.