Invervental Radiographer: Angiography, FT Days

Category: Allied Health/Radiology/Imaging Work Status: Full Time To heal…to teach…to care…and to touch the lives of those around us every day...this is the purpose that drives us at the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC). To understand this purpose is to understand what makes a career at UMMC so rewarding and why, for some individuals, a career at UMMC is the ultimate professional achievement.The UMMC Department of Radiology is home to a nationally and internationally recognized team of radiological specialists, surrounding you with the experience and resources to give you the career you want. From the latest technologies to the most innovative procedures in health care, you'll play the role of a lifetime in the care of recovery of diverse patient populations who require some of the most interesting and challenging radiological specialties in the world.
We are currently seeking an Interventional Radiographer in our Diagnostic Imaging Department.
In this role you will perform a variety of routine and specialized technical procedures applying prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. Responsibilities:
Operates technical angiography equipment and applies ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with standard operating procedures, according to departmental policies, procedures/protocols and as appropriate for the particular patient.
Greets and receives patients. Explains procedure to patient.
Performs angiography and digital subtraction angiography procedures, utilizing nursing procedures, sterile technique and radiographic technique.
Operates laser imagers, pressure injectors, pressure monitors and processor equipment to obtain radiographic images on patients. Critiques radiographs for quality and accuracy, and forwards film to Film Library for reading preparation, or retakes film, as appropriate.
Monitors patient condition throughout the procedure and maintains maximum patient comfort. Uses EKG equipment, Intravenous pumps, Blood Pressure equipment, pulse oximeter and related routine equipment to maintain continuous patient care while patient is undergoing Radiologic procedures.
Records and accumulates patient statistics on daily summary sheets; enters data into the radiology computer system, DecRad. Schedules and tracks patient information via computer systems .Qualifications
Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Licensed by the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
CRP certification is required.
A minimum of two years general Radiographer experience is required.
One year of experience conducting angiography procedures is preferred.
Knowledge of radiology principles and practices, including vascular anatomy, and set up and maintenance of a sterile field.We offer a generous compensation package including an employer sponsored pension plan, tuition reimbursement, $3,000 Sign On Bonus and more! Located in downtown Baltimore, near the Inner Harbor and Oriole Park at Camden Yards, you won't find a more vibrant place to live and work.UMMC is proud to support an environment of diversity and encourages inquiry from all applicants. EOE
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We offer a generous compensation package including an employer sponsored pension plan, tuition reimbursement and more! Located in Baltimore, near the Inner Harbor and Oriole Park at Camden Yards, you won’t find a more vibrant place to live and work.