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Job Summary:
The IR Technologist is a licensed Radiologic Technologist who performs all designated interventional procedures and duties under the direct supervision of a qualified physician and/or the Lead IR Technologist. The IR Technologist will work in the Cardiovascular Center (CVC) as well as in the OR for designated cases requiring fluoroscopy with the C-arm.
This role supports multi-specialties including Cardiology, Electrophysiology, Pulmonary, Vascular and Interventional Radiology.
Essential Functions:
* Assist physicians during procedures including needle, catheter and wire manipulation. Able to make suggestions for alternative ways to conventional methods.
* Provides technical support to the surgeon for cases performed in the OR including C-ARM imaging guidance.
* Disposes of all sharps and syringes in accordance with hospital policy and procedures and OSHA regulations.
* Responds to disaster plan staffing needs as per department disaster plan.
* Provides proper notification of absence and tardiness.
* Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education
* Associates Degree in Radiologic Technology or equivalent military training in Radiologic Technology required.
Experience
* Two years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist in a hospital setting preferred.
* Recent experience in interventional procedure setting preferred.
* Will consider new grads.
Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registrations
* Radiologic Technologist License issued by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health Radiation Control Board required.
* Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiology required.
* Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Vascular - Interventional Radiography preferred.
* CPR/BLS certification/training required. ACLS required within six months of hire.
Knowledge and Skills
Physical Environment:
Duties may involve long hours of standing, exposure to odors, blood, cramped quarters, and cold environment or include patient care responsibilities with subsequent exposure to human waste or other unpleasant elements and blood. Duties involved include wearing lead protective apron, thyroid shield and lead eye protective glasses while in procedures.
Physical Standards of Job Description:
* Constantly - 75% or more of the worker's time is spent in the activity
* Frequently - 25% to 75% or more of the worker's time is spent in this activity
* Occasionally - 5% to 25% or more of the worker's time is spent in this activity
* Rarely - under 5% or more of the worker's time is spent in the activity
* N/A - not applicable
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Sensory Requirements |
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Patient charts, student forms, etc. Exam documentation Long durations of administrative work
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Monitoring Equipment |
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Telephone |
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Transcription |
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Additional Comments
Required to perform lateral transfers of patients to/from stretchers and imaging tables Patient positioning requires reaching overhead and forward, standing and twisting. C-arm and mobile monitor are pushed from storage area to department. Ultrasound machine is moved around within the procedure room.
EEO Statement
Mass General Brigham is an Equal Opportunity Employer & by embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.