Interventional Radiologic Technologist

Location: Boston Teaching Hospital

• Sign-on bonus: $15K!!
• Recent salary market adjustments.
• Multiple full-time positions available, 10 hour shifts.
• State of the art equipment and rapid introduction of new technology.
• Exposure to state-of-the-art complex procedures including and not limited to: SIRT, TACE, Ablations, Embolizations, TAVR, FEVAR, SpaceOAR, vertebroplasty, Level 1 Trauma cases, etc.
• Experienced X-Ray or Special Procedures Techs encouraged to apply.

Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge of computer applications and digital technology.
• Knowledge of anatomy, cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of the principles of radiation physics and radiographic chemistry.
• Knowledge of radiographic positioning and radiographic equipment. i.e. generators, x-ray tubes, collimators.
• Knowledge of universal precautions.
• Knowledge of catheters, guidewires and puncture needles.
• Knowledge of various contrast agents.
• Knowledge of proper radiation safety and protection procedures.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique for patient prep and procedures.
• Computer skills and ability to interface with department computer systems, i.e. Inventory Management software, scheduling and completion of cases in Epic, as well as image networking and review through PACS.
• Ability to scrub in and assist as a second operator as needed.
• Ability to effectively communicate to technologists, physicians, nurses, support staff, patients, and administration.

Licenses, Certifications &/or Registrations:

• RT(R) through ARRT
• BLS
• Preferred: RT(VI) or (CV)

Education:

• Successful completion of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.

Experience:

• Preferred: Minimum of 1 year of Radiography experience.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage as of day 1.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount).
• Employee perks including discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.
• Resources for childcare and emergency backup care.
• Hospital funded pension plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan.