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Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Site Manager and Physicians, IR Technologist is responsible for preforming high quality, diagnostic angiography and interventional procedures on patients of all ages, demonstrating knowledge of anatomy and angiographic systems. The technologist demonstrates clinical competency in all aspects of interventional radiology including; sterile technique, angiographic supplies and medications/lab test values. The work situations for this position are varied and require some independent judgment as well as ingenuity and initiative in order to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis.
Compensation:
Pay: $40.33 - $68.56 per hour based on relevant experience, skills, and abilities. As a per diem position, this role also is eligible for a +15% "in lieu of benefits" hourly bonus.
Benefits + Perks for Per Diem workers:
- Prioritize your work / life balance - No on-call or overnight shifts!
- Shift differentials for any hours worked after 6PM or on the weekends
- Mental health and wellness benefits through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Robust 401K package: Automatic 3% employer contribution on day one
- Annual, automatic compensation growth path
Location: This is a Per Diem role based out of the TRA Tacoma - on Union Avenue location. For more information check out our website:
https://www.tranow.com/services/interventional-radiology/
Schedule: 10 hour shifts, Monday - Friday, on a per diem basis. Per Diem employees are expected to work a minimum of 2 shifts or 16 hours per month.
About TRA Medical Imaging
TRA Medical Imaging is a premier, physician-owned and physician-led radiology practice with a 100+ year history of serving the communities of the South Puget Sound region. Centered in Tacoma, WA, TRA has a geographic presence extending from Seattle to Olympia. TRA takes pride in diversity and inclusion, a philosophy that aligns well with our Pacific Northwest values.
We are led by a progressive group of approximately 100 sub-specialized radiologists who take pride in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while fostering a practice culture intended to feel more like a family than a corporation.
Why Choose TRA Medical Imaging
TRA is an independent, stable, and diversified practice with a broad clinical and geographic footprint. Our governance structure is transparent, democratic and equitable with an unwavering commitment to physician leadership and autonomy. As part of that promise, TRA welcomes employee participation and collaboration and is committed to providing personalized professional development opportunities.
Our commitment to culture is evidenced by our certification as a great workplace by the independent analysts at Great Place to Work and embodied by our mission statement: Trust our family to care for yours. TRA has been the respected provider of excellence in medical imaging in the South Sound since 1918. Join our team as we write the next 100 years of the TRA story.
Want to learn more about TRA’s commitment to patients, employees and our community? Visit https://www.tranow.com/about/careers/ and explore your future with us today!
Essential Job Functions:
- Provides patient care in accordance with the mission statement of TRA.
- Obtains a thorough patient history as it relates to the exam to be completed.
- The Interventional Technologist must be able to closely follow provider instructions, prepare radiographic/fluoroscopy equipment, position patients correctly and accurately capture the diagnostic image needed for procedure to be completed.
- Able to complete examinations in a timely manner.
- Adheres to the exam protocols and policies, procedures as established by the department.
- Utilize proper radiation safety devices such as lead aprons and thyroid collars to avoid unnecessary radiation exposure.
- Shields patient from unnecessary radiation exposure. Properly knows how to manipulate and use functions of carm to reduce dose to patient and staff. ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achieved) Radiation Safety principle.
- Helps maintain IR supply inventory, and has working knowledge of those supplies and their appropriate application as it applies to IR procedures.
- Makes sure that supplies are stocked in IR procedure room, notify ordering representative when stock is low.
- Setup for IR procedures by selecting needed supplies for case, and preparing IR equipment, and support equipment prior to procedure.
- Practices sterile technique/maintains sterile field in setting up for IR cases, and during IR procedures, actively adheres to infection control polices
- Assist provider and RN with IR cases as needed by acting as scrub tech.
- Maintains sterile technique/sterile field during procedures.
- Technologist actively engages with procedure, and assists with requests.
- Has working knowledge of C-arm and specific functions needed for IR cases,
- Appropriately prepares the patient for IR procedures, positioning, prepping procedure specific site if needed
- Sterilizes non-disposable instruments in accordance with company policy. Actively takes a role in QA and sterilization process, and monitoring of sterilization.
- Cleans IR room and equipment following procedures. Actively ensures work area is clean and infection control policies are followed.
- Appropriately explains procedures to patient and consents procedure when appropriate.
- Make sure patient is educated on procedure specific after care.
- Assist with post procedure follow up as needed.
- Completes Modality Worksheet with accurate information for the Radiologist
- Utilizes exemplary customer service skills with patient and family members.
- Performs necessary computer functions associated with patient exam. Includes the RIS (Radiology Information System) and McKesson PACS.
- Keeps work area and patient exam areas neat and stocked with appropriate supplies.
- Participates in orientation and in-service training for personnel
- Able to apply IV principles under the scope of practice for Radiologic Technologists.
- Wear Radiation Badge daily
- Able to use good body mechanics to avoid injury to oneself and the patient
- Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
- Check work e-mail daily.
Qualifications:
Education/Work Experience
- Graduate from an Accredited Radiologic Technology program is required
- Experience with sterile fields and sterile technique preferred
- ARRT registry required or registry-eligible in Interventional Radiology
- Washington State Licensure required
- Current BLS certification required
Job Knowledge/Skills
- Maintains high standards regarding the accurate recording of patient information
- Utilizes accurate written and oral communications with patients, physicians, co-workers and supervisors.
- Cooperates and maintains good rapport with co-workers to ensure proper patient care and efficient workflow.
- Ability to demonstrate effective customer service skills, using AIDET/4 As.
- Ability to work effectively in teamwork environment and have respectful behavior while working as a team with co-workers.
- Communicate professionally with other medical facilities, patients, and customers.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and carry out instructions effectively.
- Must possess excellent verbal communication skills, good organization skills.
- Maintains a professional demeanor with confidentiality
- Is prompt and efficient with minimal absences
- Ability to demonstrate effective customer service skills.
- Communicate professionally with other medical facilities, patients, and customers.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and carry out instructions effectively.
Physical Requirements
Work is classified as moderate in physical requirements. Must be able to assist in supporting patients of varying weight. Ability to stand, walk or sit for extended periods of time. Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction. Also requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment as necessary.
Mental Requirements
Work requires high attention to detail and the ability to handle mentally stressful situations. The ability to maintain high level of sensitivity towards confidential information is also required.
Working/Environmental Conditions
Work environment consists of normal office or administrative working conditions. There may be exposure to communicable diseases. There will be limited exposure to ionizing radiation.
