Jefferson
Jefferson Travel IR Technologist (RadForce)
Jefferson, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19102
Interventional Radiology Technologist
RadForce Technologists travels between Jefferson Health locations with a premium pay rate. The Jefferson Health RadForce Team is a dynamic, internal workforce comprised of our most skilled technologists in all modalities. RadForce Technologists are strategically deployed across the Jefferson Health system to support areas with the highest demand, ensuring optimal care and operational efficiency. The Interventional Radiology (IR) Technologist is responsible for the operation of interventional radiographic equipment to produce imaging of the body for diagnostic and interventional procedures under the direction of a radiologist. Works in concert with the radiologic care team consisting of physicians, nursing personnel, and other technologists to perform specialized interventional radiographic examinations. Uses good judgment in the delivery of patient care and education before, during, and after diagnostic imaging procedures. May act as a mentor for less senior IR technologists or technologists in training. Essential Functions: Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Performs interventional procedures, such as vascular "non-cardiac" angiographic, drainage, biopsies, nephrostomies, catheter insertions, vascular embolization, and other procedures under the direction of the physician. Maintains critical positioning of the patient and equipment during flow of the contrast media to ensure safety of the patient and success of examination results. Tests special equipment such as contrast media injectors and program selectors for function prior to examination and to ensure equipment elements are timed and synchronized to operate at desired intervals. Determines equipment requirements for procedures based on the physician's tentative diagnoses, and scout films necessary for physician's preliminary viewing. Provides staff and patient protection in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards. Maintains radiographic and lab equipment and examination room in appropriate operating condition. Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance and/or control. Other duties as assigned. Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required): Knowledge of needles, catheters, sterile techniques, and drugs needed in each exam. Knowledge of techniques, procedures, use of equipment, and hospital/departmental policies. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Graduate of an approved American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) program or current validated Registry from ARRT in Radiology Technology (R). ARRT (R), (CT) Preferred. Two years as an interventional radiographer in a hospital environment preferred. Minimum Certifications, Registration or License Requirements: Advanced ARRT certification preferred. Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical, and applied research. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years. Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. At Jefferson, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support the health and well-being of our colleagues and their families. It includes a wide range of benefits including competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, life and disability insurance, paid time off, educational benefits, financial and mental health resources and much more. Our diverse benefits offerings ensure you have the coverage and access to services you need to thrive both personally and professionally.
RadForce Technologists travels between Jefferson Health locations with a premium pay rate. The Jefferson Health RadForce Team is a dynamic, internal workforce comprised of our most skilled technologists in all modalities. RadForce Technologists are strategically deployed across the Jefferson Health system to support areas with the highest demand, ensuring optimal care and operational efficiency. The Interventional Radiology (IR) Technologist is responsible for the operation of interventional radiographic equipment to produce imaging of the body for diagnostic and interventional procedures under the direction of a radiologist. Works in concert with the radiologic care team consisting of physicians, nursing personnel, and other technologists to perform specialized interventional radiographic examinations. Uses good judgment in the delivery of patient care and education before, during, and after diagnostic imaging procedures. May act as a mentor for less senior IR technologists or technologists in training. Essential Functions: Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Performs interventional procedures, such as vascular "non-cardiac" angiographic, drainage, biopsies, nephrostomies, catheter insertions, vascular embolization, and other procedures under the direction of the physician. Maintains critical positioning of the patient and equipment during flow of the contrast media to ensure safety of the patient and success of examination results. Tests special equipment such as contrast media injectors and program selectors for function prior to examination and to ensure equipment elements are timed and synchronized to operate at desired intervals. Determines equipment requirements for procedures based on the physician's tentative diagnoses, and scout films necessary for physician's preliminary viewing. Provides staff and patient protection in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards. Maintains radiographic and lab equipment and examination room in appropriate operating condition. Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance and/or control. Other duties as assigned. Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required): Knowledge of needles, catheters, sterile techniques, and drugs needed in each exam. Knowledge of techniques, procedures, use of equipment, and hospital/departmental policies. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Graduate of an approved American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) program or current validated Registry from ARRT in Radiology Technology (R). ARRT (R), (CT) Preferred. Two years as an interventional radiographer in a hospital environment preferred. Minimum Certifications, Registration or License Requirements: Advanced ARRT certification preferred. Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical, and applied research. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years. Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. At Jefferson, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support the health and well-being of our colleagues and their families. It includes a wide range of benefits including competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, life and disability insurance, paid time off, educational benefits, financial and mental health resources and much more. Our diverse benefits offerings ensure you have the coverage and access to services you need to thrive both personally and professionally.