Travel Angiography Technologist - $3,165 per week

Certification Details

• BLS
• ARRT registration
• State of Utah Radiologic Technologist License
• Vascular/Interventional radiography certification

Job Details

• Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
• Prepares patients for exam using appropriate body mechanics.
• Identifies proper exams based on patient need and utilizes correct exam techniques.
• Produces quality images through the appropriate operation of equipment/instrumentation.
• Follows proper patient identification protocols.
• Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage.
• Maintains work area and stocks needed supplies.
• Transports patients as needed.
• Develops specific knowledge with regard to invasive, diagnostic and interventional supplies, appropriate indications and applications, and proper use and deployment techniques.
• At the end of the procedure, may apply closure device, suture the sheath in place, or remove the sheath and apply pressure to obtain hemostasis.
• Understands and applies principles of x-ray generation and safety.
• Understands and demonstrates the correct operation of imaging equipment.
• Provides patient education, as needed and assures patient comfort.
• Provides procedural assistance as a circulating tech, scrub tech, or monitoring tech, according to Angio lab policies and procedures and Scope of Practice documents.

Job Requirements

• One (1) year of vascular or interventional experience required.
• HS diploma or GED required.
• ARRT registration required.
• State of Utah Radiologic Technologist License required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers required.
• Vascular/Interventional radiography certification, or one year of Angio/Interventional experience required.

Schedule Information

• Shift: Day 10-hour shifts.
• Hours per day: 10.
• Hours per week: 40.
• On call required.
• Weekends on call only.

Additional Details

• Radiation badge (dosimeter) required for this assignment; facility can supply temporary badge if needed, but supplier provided is preferred.
• Preferred certifications include ACLS or PALS certification.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors requiring verbal communication and quick understanding during emergencies.
• Manual dexterity required to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy.
• Physical demands include lifting, bending, walking, assisting with patient transport, and standing for extended periods.
• Must navigate crowded and busy rooms with equipment and power cords.