Interventional Radiology Technologist

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Type of Position:
Other Health Care – Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
The safety of our team members at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is our top priority. For this reason, successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption on file with our Student & Employee Health Services dept. UAMS will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only ):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:
ICE IGSL Radiology IOP C

Department’s Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
General Interventional Radiology Technologist responsibilities:
• Educates and prepares patients for procedures by reviewing medical history, draping and positioning the patient, preparing procedural/testing sites and administering contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice
• Assists physician with performing diagnostic and therapeutic vascular interventional procedures
• Analyzes results and takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure patient’s understanding and cooperation
• Assists with monitoring patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment
• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary and keeps coworkers informed of status
• Responsible for daily work assignments.
• Serves in active role in maintaining ACR accreditation and various JCAHO, FDA, ODH inspections.
• Assists in interviewing, selection, and orientation/training of new staff members
• Ensures proper staff education requirements
• Actively involved in the discipline process when necessary, particularly verbal and written counseling
• Maintains knowledge and skills to perform duties
• Keeps rooms stocked and equipment cleaned according to department standards. Performs other duties as required or directed.
• Adheres to time and attendance policy and discusses any variation from the schedule with manager.
• Demonstrates willingness to assist in departmental changes to improve workflow and learn new functions and duties as needed to keep department viable.
• Participates in rotating on call schedule
*Other duties may be assigned to this position.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications or Competencies (Essential for the job – the applicant must have at the time of hire) Basic competency include but are not limited to education, experience, licensed require, or physical requirements. 

Education, general:

• Ability to Follow Oral Instruction, Read and Write
• High School, GED or formal educational equivalent
• Education, special or professional:
• Graduate of a Radiological Technology program
• Experience, length in years and kind:
• New graduate or less than 1 year experience

Licenses, certificates, or registration

• Registry eligible or Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist.
• An Arkansas Radiologic Technologist License must be obtained prior to start date.
• IR Advanced Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist must be obtained by 11/1/2020 (current employee) or within 12 months from date of hire (RAD.AD.1.14).

Additional Information:

Swing Shift- 10am-830pm Mon-Thursday (No call during the week, call weekend every 7th weekend)

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu  for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:
N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A

Benefits Eligible:
Yes