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Nemours Children's Health · 2 weeks ago

Interventional RAD Tech (Casual/PRN)

Nemours Children's Health is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technologist to join their team in Wilmington, Delaware. The role involves performing diagnostic, fluroscopic, and interventional radiology procedures while ensuring patient safety and maintaining IR equipment.

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Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic, fluroscopic and interventional radiology procedures under the direction and supervision of a licensed independent practitioner
Responsible for patient care and for operation and maintenance of all IR related equipment
Participate in departmental and hospital programs for Quality Assurance and improvement, identifying opportunities to improve services, making recommendations and implementing actions as appropriate and consistent with the goals of Nemours
Knowledge of IR imaging protocols, universal protocols, sterile field requirements, radiation safety techniques and a working knowledge of all IR equipment and equipment maintenance requirements
Responsible for the preparation, administration, and documentation of contrast media per departmental protocols under the direct supervision of a radiologist/physician
Observe patient for allergic reaction after administration of contrast
Responsible for screening of patients to be imaged for contraindications that may be hazardous to their health or to the safety of others
Responsible for patient safety and reporting unsafe practices and/or incidents that occur in the Radiology Department and the IR suite
Responsible for proper identification of all images in the PACS and accurate documentation in the electronic patient record
Must have the ability to work well with others
Inserts or replaces gastric tubes under fluoroscopic guidance while being supervised by a radiologist
Maintains inventory of supplies used in IR
Regular attendance is required, and this position is considered essential for purposes of staffing during severe weather emergencies and other natural disasters
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, must have reliable transportation and must be able to work on an on-call basis
Position requires radiation protection by wearing lead shielding for the majority of the day, ensuring personal safety while maintaining compliance with radiation safety standards

Qualification

ARRT RegistrationRadiology Technologist LicenseBLS CertificationVascular-Interventional CertificationIR Imaging ProtocolsPatient CareRadiation Safety TechniquesEquipment MaintenanceTeam Collaboration

Required

Specialized (1 year of training beyond high school) required
Minimum of 6 months experience required
ARRT Registration required upon hire
State of Delaware Radiology Technologist License required upon hire
American Heart Association BLS Certification required upon hire
Knowledge of IR imaging protocols, universal protocols, sterile field requirements, radiation safety techniques and a working knowledge of all IR equipment and equipment maintenance requirements
Responsible for the preparation, administration, and documentation of contrast media per departmental protocols under the direct supervision of a radiologist/physician
Observes patient for allergic reaction after administration of contrast
Responsible for screening of patients to be imaged for contraindications that may be hazardous to their health or to the safety of others
Responsible for patient safety and reporting unsafe practices and/or incidents that occur in the Radiology Department and the IR suite
Responsible for proper identification of all images in the PACS and accurate documentation in the electronic patient record
Must have the ability to work well with others
Inserts or replaces gastric tubes under fluoroscopic guidance while being supervised by a radiologist
Maintains inventory of supplies used in IR
Regular attendance is required, and this position is considered essential for purposes of staffing during severe weather emergencies and other natural disasters
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, must have reliable transportation and must be able to work on an on-call basis
Position requires radiation protection by wearing lead shielding for the majority of the day, ensuring personal safety while maintaining compliance with radiation safety standards

Preferred

Advanced certification in Vascular-Interventional (VI) is preferred

Company

Nemours Children's Health

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Nemours Children's Health is committed to improving the health of children.

H1B Sponsorship

Nemours Children's Health has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2023 (2)
2022 (1)
2021 (4)
2020 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$10.5M
Key Investors
National Institutes of Health
2021-09-21Grant· $10.5M

Leadership Team

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Mark Mumford
EVP, Chief Operating Officer, Nemours Children's Health
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Kevin Haynes
Chief Privacy Officer
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