Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $38.00 - $40.00/Hr. depending on experience
Now seeking a full time Interventional Radiology Technologist at Nellis AFB in Nevada.
Details and Tasks:The duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Operates fixed and portable radiographic equipment to produce routine diagnostic medical images. Computes techniques and adjusts control panel settings such as kilovoltage, milliamperage, exposure time, and focal spot size.
Positions patient to image desired anatomic structures. Selects image recording media, adjusts patient positioning table and image receptor, aligns x-ray tube for correct distance and angle, and restricts radiation beam for maximum patient protection. Exposes and processes images.
Selects imaging protocols and required accessories and makes adjustments based on the specific examination requirements. Records and processes the image. Manipulates the recorded image using computer applications.
Assists physicians with fluoroscopic, c-arm, interventional, and special examinations. Instructs patients preparing for procedures. Prepares and assists with contrast media administration. Maintains emergency response cart. Assists physician in treating reactions to contrast material. Prepares sterile supplies and equipment.
Operates accessory equipment as directed.
Operates radiographic equipment in sterile environments, such as surgical radiographic and fluoroscopic support.
Performs general diagnostic imaging activities. Cleans and inspects equipment. Receives patients, schedules appointments, prepares and processes examination requests and related records, and files images and reports. Enters and maintains data in radiology information systems and electronic health systems.
Reviews images to ensure quality standards are met.
Performs equipment quality control checks. Monitors personnel to ensure protective procedures such as radiation safety, hazardous material communications, and Air Force Occupational Safety and Health programs are followed. Performs tests on radiation protection equipment. Trains and assesses staff and student competence, monitors appropriateness of care and completeness of examination requests.
Performs Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) and operates associated equipment.
Performs various administrative duties such as uploading, faxing, and scanning patient documentation utilizing electronic health care systems.
Performs quality control duties such as arriving, departing, and transcribing orders. Operates image viewing system and manipulates studies as required.
Work Schedule:
Monday -Friday, 8 hour shift; time available to work: 7am to 4:30pm
Minimal overage hours per year.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Must have a completed high school or general education development equivalency. Must have completed an accredited Radiologic Technologist course.
Experience: Possess at least one (2) years full-time experience independently operating x-ray equipment, producing and processing radiographs, and assisting with fluoroscopy and special radiographic procedures.
Licensure: Must be ARRT certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT)
Life Support Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) from AHA or ARC
Security: Must be able to pass a Government background check and obtain a Government security clearance.
We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. All applicants selected for employment are required to submit to a background check and pre-employment drug test.