University of Rochester·Rochester, New York
Responsible for setting up interventional radiology rooms and preparing patients for specific exams. Ensures high-quality imaging and maintains accurate patient records within the PACS system.
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Job Location (Full Address): 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
Time Type: Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Department: 500252 Imaging Sciences-Angio
Range: UR URCA 214 H
$35.35 - $47.72
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Responsible for setting up interventional radiology (IR) rooms specific to the study being conducted. Utilizes customer service skills while interacting with patients as well as family members to create a caring atmosphere during their visit.
There are three bands which are differentiated by level of independence, supervision required, certification, ability to precept new employees in the use of all equipment, and the ability to lead and meet established departmental goals.
Non-Certified IR Technologist - Technologists new to the IR Department who require training as well as regular direct supervision and guidance from a more senior technologist. This generally involves orientation to the Departments infrastructure, policies, protocols, workflows, procedures and routines. During this period the Technologists must demonstrate an ability to progress towards proficient and competent performance with regards to interventional procedures, fluoroscopy room equipment, digital subtraction, inventory, power injections and post processing tools. Required to complete in a timely manner all associated paper and computer work for discharging with appropriate post procedure instructions.
Advanced IR Technologist - Independently is responsible for preparing for all IR procedures and handling patients in a safe and efficient manner, completing all associated paper and computer work, and discharging the patient from the IR department with appropriate post IR instructions. In addition to the requirements of a Band Two Certified IR Technologist, a Band Three Technologist will be responsible for performing the duty as primary preceptor for new employees and students. A Band Three technologist is considered a subject matter expert in downtime procedures and acts as super-user when new equipment or programs are introduced to the department. Band Three Technologists will be proficient in and rotating through all areas of IR (Neuro, CT, IR) independently. Flexibility with room rotations shifts. Responsible for troubleshooting day to day operations, equipment malfunction, knowledgeable about inventory/products and their uses. Band Three Technologists will also have demonstrated the ability to rotate through the Tech of the Day (TOD) role where they will be responsible for coordinating Technologist duty assignments, be the single point of contact for Technologists questions or concerns, collaboratively work with the Nurse of the Day (NOD) and Doctor of the Day (DOD) to ensure cohesion amongst the three disciplines. Select Band Three Technologists may be designated as Leads to support operations on various shifts. Leads may either assist their shift supervisor, or in the absence of a supervisor, determine workflow and staff schedule/assignments. Leads may also provide performance evaluation input to the section supervisor. Band Three requires a minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible professional work experience as an IR specialist in a clinical or hospital environment with 1 year dedicated to the URMC Imaging Sciences Department preferred.
Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology. Maintains current NYS licensure and ARRT certification with CE credits as required. One year experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred.
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Requires completion of formal training from an approved School of Radiologic Technology and current NYS licensure and ARRT certification. One year of experience as a Radiologic Technologist is preferred.
Market context
In New York, inpatient IR Technologist I roles are typically driven by hospital demand for imaging support in procedural and acute-care settings. These positions are competitive because employers usually want formal radiologic technology training, current NYS licensure, ARRT certification, and often prefer prior technologist experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your licensure and procedure experience before applying.