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Overview
Texas oncology is looking for a prn interventional radiology tech to join our team! this position will support the texas center for interventional surgery in addisonThis is a prn position and will be asked to cover on an as-needed basisRegular shifts are 8 hours per day monday-friday, this location is closed weekends and holidaysTexas oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across texas and southeastern oklahomaOur founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearbyOur mission is still the same today-at texas oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve `more breakthroughsMore victories.` ® in their fight against cancerToday, texas oncology treats half of all texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.
All texas oncology employees, except those who work from home full time or who have a medical or religious accommodation, must be fully vaccinated, as defined by the cdc, by december 3.
Why work for us?
Come join our team that is responsible for helping lead texas oncology in treating more patients diagnosed with cancer than any other provider in texasWe offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, a generous pto program, and a 401k plan that comes with a company matchIn addition to a wellness program that rewards you for practicing a healthy lifestyle, and many other great perks, such as tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.
What does the interventional radiology tech do?
Under general supervision, the interventional radiology tech will utilize a combination of training, assessment and technical skills in the accomplishment of their duties in the interventional labThe interventional technologist must be able to produce and evaluate data, information and images used by the physician to render a medical diagnosis or perform an interventional procedureThis position also requires the ability to scrub and assist in the performance of diagnostic, interventional and therapeutic proceduresThe position requires the use of hemodynamic monitoring equipment and constant evaluation of the patient*s hemodynamic status and vital signs.
Responsibilities
The essential duties and responsibilities:
Performs scrub duties according to standard care plan, physician preference, policy and procedure.
Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and position all digital imaging equipment for procedures and meet the specific needs of patients of all ages.
Performs routine and specialty diagnostic x-ray procedures.
Digitizes, compresses and sends images through pacs.
Perform vessel and lv analysis in the interventional lab.
Practices aseptic technique in all procedures, preps and drapes in a timely manner.
Performs patient assessment pre, during and post procedures and reports abnormal findings and changes to the physician.
Maintains patient protocol, patient procedure log and paperwork specific to implantable devices and procedures performed.
Performs calculations pertinent to the procedure.
Achieve hemostasis manually and/or mechanically and assess puncture sites and hemostasis.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the interventional radiology tech role will have the following background and experience:
Associates degree in radiology technology from an ama accredited program.
Minimum three years of experience in radiology and a minimum of one year experience in an interventional radiology or interventional cardiology setting.
Arrt certification and state licensure where applicable requiredArrt (vi) or cv preferred.
Current cpr certification required, acls certification is preferred.
Texas oncology is part of the us oncology network and is an equal opportunity employerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
