Interv Rad Technologist at Nebraska Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska

Job Description:

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Please note that this position may require an assessment after completion of the application. Please plan for an additional 20 - 30 minutes to complete this.

Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)

Updated FTE from 1.0 to .9 FTE effective 10.23.2020

Interventional Radiology Technologist

Position Highlights:

Nebraska Medicine is now taking applications for a talented individual to join us as an Interventional Radiology Technologist. This role will be great for someone that has a passion for IR and great customer service for our patients we serve.

Nebraska Medicine IR Rad Tech department offers radiology technologists the opportunity to work with innovative equipment and software, while providing care to unique patients from around the world. Working in the IR department is an excellent opportunity to expand your skills by being part of an energetic and fast-paced environment providing care to thousands of patients annually. We are proud to be part of an organization that has received recognition for high standards as a Level 1 Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, Heart Failure Center, and Transplant Center. We are constantly working to provide the best images and provide excellence in all we do.

(also known as: Interventional Rad Tech, IR Tech)

We partner with our physicians, nurses and other hospital staff to provide the best Serious Medicine and Extraordinary Care available in the region. We are excited to have Forbes Magazine recognize us in their list of American's top employers and the best employer in Nebraska. Come join us!!

Shift:

• Full time and benefits eligible (.90 FTE) - 72 hours per pay period


• First Shift


• Will likely include holidays and on-call responsibility

Potential shifts are: Ask for further detail in interview process on days/shifts etc --TBD

• 12 hour shift: rotating weeks Week 1: Monday, Wednesday, Friday Week 2: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

Why Nebraska Medicine: Our shared values reflect who we are and why we're here and include, Innovation, Teamwork, Excellence, Accountability, Courage and Healing.

• Competitive Benefits including retirement match contribution, PTO accrual, tuition reimbursement


• Lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care


• Forbes Magazine recognizes us in their list of American's top employers and the best employer in Nebraska

Utilize departmental resources (e.g., personnel, supplies, and capital equipment) to ensure timely and accurate diagnostic and therapeutic exams in the department at the lowest possible risk and cost to the patient. Assure that services provided meet cultural and age-related needs of the patient population served.

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of VI Program or a minimum one year experience as a diagnostic radiologic technologist required.


• Completion of a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredited program in radiology required.


• Ability to competently deal with patient and family in all age groups required.


• Ability to serve patients in a hospital environment required.


• Proficiency with personal computers required.


• Knowledge of the proper application of sterile technique (OSHA standards) required.


• Current Registered Technologist (RT), radiography (R) American Registry Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) registration required.


• Current Nebraska state medical radiographer license required.


• Certification by the American Registry Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Cardiovascular Intervention CVIT and/or Vascular Intervention (VI) within 12 months of hire or transfer date required.


• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a diagnostic radiology department or related experience is preferred.


• Experience with working in a high volume angiography department preferred.


• Proficient with vascular /neuro imaging equipment in the special procedures labs preferred.


• Experience with technical equipment including ionizing radiation angio machines and generators, digital computer acquisition devices, post-processing software, laser and paper printers, high-pressure contrast injectors, and all post processing equipment preferred.


• Proficiency with invasive ultrasound, non-invasive ultrasound and peripheral doppler procedures preferred.


• Familiarity with the location, compatibility, and proper usage of over 1400 diagnostic and therapeutic medical/surgical supplies (e.g., trays, needles, catheters, guide wires, endoprosthetic devices, and other implantable medical devices) preferred.


• Proficiency with physiology monitors (e.g., invasive and non-invasive blood pressure, EKG, pulse oximetry) preferred.


• Experience with typical office equipment preferred.

Working at Nebraska Medicine means you're committing to meaningful, impactful work that will elevate the success of your fellow colleagues and will help our patients and their families feel comfortable, confident and cared for.

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