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Children's Hospital Boston IR Technologist in Boston, Massachusetts
74317BRJob Posting Title:IR TechnologistDepartment:RadiologyAutoReqId:74317BRStatus:Part-TimeStandard Hours per Week:30 Job Posting Category:RadiologyJob Posting Description:$15K sign on bonus for eligible new hires with over 1 year of experience
$10K sign on bonus for eligible new hires with less than 1 year of experience
The IR Technologist is responsible for the following:
Reviews and evaluates requisitions for IR procedures.
Confirms procedure specific information with IR physician as well as the necessary imaging equipment, software programs, therapeutic equipment and supplies.
Selects appropriate equipment and technical factors to optimize image quality and reduce patient radiation exposure. (ALARA).
Complies with aseptic techniques in specimen collection and handling.
Prepares procedure tray, imaging parameters, therapeutic equipment and supplies per physician protocol.Responsible for patient positioning, sterile prep and draping.
Circulates room during procedures to assist with retrieving and opening surgical items and equipment.
Performs the role of physician second scrub if required.
Follows Departmental QC/Exam Data Integrity Workflow Expectations.
Practices High Reliability Communication techniques.
Responds to the uniqueness and clinical condition of the patient.
Creates a supportive environment for the patient and the family.
Collaborates with IR team on patient procedure plan by assessing patients' physical and emotional status.
Identifies and reports equipment malfunctions.
Participates in departmental and hospital meetings.
Complies with ETU.Practices BCH 6 Core Values: excellence, innovation, communication, respect, teamwork and accountability.
Actively participates in IR simulation scenarios.
Completes all required competencies and documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Furthers professional education and maintains knowledge of current regulations and standards, policies and procedures.
The IR Technologiest must have the following:
1 year of experience working as a Radiologic Technologist.
Rad Tech license and certification through ARRT
Allied Health degree
Office/Site Location:BostonRegular, Temporary, Per Diem:Regular Remote Eligibility :Onsite Only