Interventional Radiology Technologist
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Dallas
Posted on: October 27, 2024
Job Description:
Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Interventional
Radiology Technologist for a job in Dallas, Texas.Job Description &
Requirements
- Specialty: Interventional Radiology Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: StaffLocation: Baylor University Medical
Center- DallasUnit: Interventional RadiologyBrand new, state of the
art IR department expansion launched on June 17th! We have the
latest and greatest equipment where we perform small procedures all
the way up to the more complicated and high-end treatments. No IR
procedure we do not do! This would be an excellent opportunity to
expand your skills and progress your career further!Shift: 7:30a-
4p for 8hr shifts and 7a- 5:30p for 10hr shifts. Candidate's
preference!Call: 7-8 call shifts per month= 1 shift per week and 1
weekend (Fri/Sat/Sun) per month; 30min call radius requiredSign On
Bonus: $15,000 (external applicants only)**No cross trainingReasons
to join the most rewarded healthcare system in Texas
include:Flexible work schedulingCareer advancement/ Leadership
opportunitiesRelocation assistanceIntraoperative- dedicated OR
technologistsTuition: Fully funded bachelor's and master's
degreesCompetitive Wages and IncentivesCross-training across
modalitiesWork in your preferred setting: Academic Level 1 trauma
center/ Community Hospital/ Pediatric Hospital/ Ambulatory and
Specialty ClinicsJOB SUMMARYThe Interventional Radiology
Technologist, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs
interventional radiology (IR) procedures on ambulatory and hospital
patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for
the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established
protocols.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLEPerforms high quality IR
procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner.
Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following
established standards and procedures.Utilizes AIDET when
communicating with patients to: identify patient service
requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the correct
patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. Instructs
and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test
to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate
exam.Prepares patient and area for procedure by positioning
patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into
specified position and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure
factors.Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety
requirements, infection-control, drug and radiation policies,
protocols and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques when
setting up and performing invasive multimodality procedures and
maintains hand hygiene requirements.Maintains equipment and work
area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with
engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities
of equipment. Reports issues to management or appropriate
department. Assists in maintaining supplies inventory.Ensures
people are safe to enter the department by screening them according
to approved policies and procedures.Obtains, verifies and maintains
all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient
history, pregnancy status and shielding precautions taken, consent
forms, policies and procedures, etc.Maintains medical imaging
records in appropriate system and according to department policies
and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.KEY SUCCESS
FACTORSAble to perform high quality IR procedures according to exam
protocol in a timely manner.Able to explain the procedure and put
patients at ease.Able to provide services in a timely, accurate,
and cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and
regulatory standards, policies and procedures.Able to perform tasks
autonomously without need for routine oversight.Able to maintain a
calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take
appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.Able to
effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.Able to
ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing
courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient
satisfaction scores and developing action plans when
required.Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued
education and skills appropriate care for the following age groups
(specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult
and geriatric.Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality
training to new team members and on new services and
initiatives.Able to take call, if required.BENEFITSOur competitive
benefits package empowers you to live well and provides:Eligibility
on day 1 for all benefitsDollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to
5%Debt-free tuition assistance, offering accessto many no-cost and
low-cost degrees, certificates and moreImmediate access to time off
benefitsAt Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top
priority. Visit BSWHealth.com/Benefits to learn about all of our
programs that support mind, body and
spirit.#featuredjob924QUALIFICATIONS- EDUCATION-Grad of an
Accredited Program- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION-ARRT-R
Radiography (ARRT-R): ARRT-Radiography (ARRT-R) is
required.-Medical Radiologic Tech (MRT): Must be licensed by the
State of Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist
(MRT).-ARRT-CI Cardiac-Interventional (ARRT-CI), ARRT-CV
Cardiovasc-Inter Rad (ARRT-CV), ARRT-VI Interventional Rad
(ARRT-VI): Must be certified in one of the following within two (2)
years of hire date:-ARRT Cardiac Interventional Radiography
(ARRT-CI) or-ARRT Interventional Radiography (ARRT-VI)-ARRT
Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (ARRT-CV).Baylor Scott &
White Health Job ID #24004624.About Baylor Scott & White HealthAs
the largest not-for-profit health system in the state of Texas,
Baylor Scott & White promotes the health and well-being of every
individual, family and community it serves. It is committed to
making quality care more accessible, convenient and affordable
through its integrated delivery network, which includes the Baylor
Scott & White Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Research Institute,
the Baylor Scott & White Quality Alliance and its leading digital
health platform - MyBSWHealth. Through 51 hospitals and more than
1,100 access points, including flagship academic medical centers in
Dallas, Fort Worth and Temple, the system offers the full continuum
of care, from primary to award-winning specialty care. Founded as a
Christian ministry of healing more than a century ago, Baylor Scott
& White today serves more than three million Texans.Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- Life insurance
- Discount program
- Sign-On bonus
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