Travel Interventional Radiology Technologist
Peoria, Illinois
UnityPoint Health - Methodist
$3,260-3,374/weekCommon job information
- Conducts or participates in special procedures while working directly with the radiologist to obtain specific results to be used by physicians for diagnostic purposes and interventional treatment. Stand-by call also required.
- Performs special procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of Medical Imaging to assigned patients of all ages.
- Performs sure guidance and needle guidance using CT and/or Fluoroscopy under the direct supervision of the Radiologist.
- Exhibits competency in performing and filming angiographic and CT radiographic procedures.
- Deviates from routines when the patient's condition requires it or at the request of the radiologist.
- Knowledgeable of catheters, guidewires, and sterile trays and prepares these items as necessary.
- Obtains and documents accurate pre and post procedure information as applicable.
- Follows JCAHO patient safety goals.
- Maintains quality care throughout the procedure.
- Practices radiation protection through shielding whenever possible.
- Demonstrates a practical problem-solving approach to patient moving and handling issues.
- Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through the appropriate use of lift equipment.
- Performs patient bedside lab testing and associated quality control in compliance with medical provider's orders and hospital lab procedures and policies.
- 1-3 years of experience with problem-solving skills, the ability to set priorities, organize work and have excellent interpersonal skills.
- Flexibility and the ability to work well with others are required.
- Basic reading skills
- Basic writing skills
- Basic oral skills
- Ability to respond appropriately to customer/co-worker
- Interaction with a wide variety of people
- Ability to maintain confidential information
- Ability to communicate only the facts to recipients or to decline to reveal information
- Ability to project a professional, friendly, helpful demeanor
- Basic computer knowledge: Uses word processing, spreadsheet, e-mail application, and web browser.
- Comfortable within a Windows OS and learning new applications.
- Stand-by call is required.
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Facility
UnityPoint Health - Methodist
- Short Term Acute Care
- 203 beds
- Epic Systems Corporation
Peoria, IL
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The largest city on the Illinois River, Peoria's downtown offers scenic views of the water, with the Peoria RiverFront district one of the oldest urban areas in the state. It attracts visitors and locals of all ages as a prime spot for outdoor festivals, concerts and gatherings and offers outstanding restaurants, cultural centers and a river trail. The Riverfront Museum focuses on history, art and science and features five major permanent galleries and rotating exhibits. Over 9,000 acres of parkland, including the Luthy Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo, attract nature lovers near and far. And everyone enjoys the seasonal Peoria RiverFront Market and Peoria Farmers Market at Metro Centre and their vast array of fresh, local fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, baked goods, honey and more.
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