Travel Interventional Radiology Technologist - $2,893 per week Job Listing at Rightsourcing | Pikeville Health in Pikeville, KY (Job ID 5761495-2024-10-25)

Description

Rightsourcing | Pikeville Health is seeking a travel Interventional Radiology Technologist for a travel job in Pikeville, Kentucky.

• Specialty: Interventional Radiology Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Title: Interventional Radiology Tech (Speical Procedures)
Location: Pikeville, KY
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Days, M-F, 8am-430pm + one day on call, OT after 48 hrs/wk, 13 weeks
Requirements: Graduation from and accredited Radiologic Technology program.
ARRT certification
Kentucky State Certification for Radiation.
BLS training is required
*Travel experience required

PIKEVILLE MEDICAL CENTER
A Brief Overview

PMC is home to Kentucky's only Level II Trauma Center, the nation's largest autism center offering ABA therapy, and Eastern Kentucky's only Level II Advanced Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Pikeville Medical Center has over 3,100 employees, 600 licensed medical providers and operates 11 Centers of Excellence. PMC nurses deliver compassionate, culturally effective care. PMC nurses coordinate all facets of patient care, collaborate with diverse healthcare professionals, and can progress to managing the most complex cases in their area of expertise.

Why PMC?

PMC is in Pikeville, Kentucky, where you can fall in love with the outdoors. Hiking, kayaking, horseback riding, golf, and scenic overlooks are at your fingertips in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains. The city of Pikeville is one of the state's best-kept secrets for healthcare providers.

During your stay, you can expect a full-service medical center with state-of-the-art equipment that boasts 348 beds while offering all major specialties as well as the only level II trauma center in the state of Kentucky. Additionally, Pikeville and the surrounding area are home to safe communities that provide peace of mind, and most importantly, patients and staff who will appreciate YOU for the care that you provide.

Pikeville is a growing community that is home to many young professionals with the University of Pikeville's school of Osteopathic Medicine, Optometry Program, Nursing Programs, and future College of Dental Medicine. From the local restaurants and downtown shopping to state-wide events such as Hillbilly Days, you'll always feel at home.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

PMC is inclusive, intentionally creating a culture of acceptance where all are valued and respected for who they are. PMC fosters teamwork knowing that collaboration paves the way in its pursuit of excellence.

JOB SUMMARY:
Assists with/performing variety of Radiology diagnostic examinations to include fluoroscopy, interventional procedures under image guidance, facilitating inpatient and outpatient consultation and post procedural follow-up.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs venipuncture as required for exam. Measures and administers IV contrast and/or isotopes for procedure.

2. Reviews available lab results BUN/CREATININE and/or GFR to determine renal function.

3. Positions patient to obtain desired views and assists Radiologist with biopsy or drainage procedures.

4. Follows physician instructions, prepare radiography equipment, and obtains optimal images for diagnosis

5. Patient communication and preparation including removal of garments or jewelry that may interfere with procedure and explaining how the process works

6. Operates 3D lab software to effectively format cardiac and vascular images to optimally demonstrate anatomy and pathology.

7. Sends new images and related prior studies to Night Hawk during afterhours operations for rapid preliminary interpretation.

8. Performs series of exposures as appropriate. Prints and develops films and combines with patient chart for Radiologist.

9. Prepares patient for exam by completing all questionnaires and other necessary documentation.

10. Educates patient and/or family on procedure to be performed. Checks prep and maintains patient exam, history, file, requisition and billing sheets.

11. Rotates call assignment as needed for 24-hour coverage; schedules patients in section and coordinates scheduling with other departments to ensure patient flow.

12. Maintains and rotates supplies in assigned workstation and demonstrates cost efficient use of departmental resources.

13. Adheres to dress code.

14. Functions as a preceptor to orient new employees.

15. Meets all departmental specific competencies.

16. Adheres to medical center policies addressing infection control, safety, and personnel guidelines.

17. Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with the medical center code of conduct and applicable corporate policies and procedures.

18. Maintains patient confidentiality and treats patients and families with respect and dignity.

19. Performs any other duties as assigned or requested.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Good working knowledge of cross sectional anatomy, pathology, medical terminology, application software, contrast indications and contraindications. Ability to skillfully operate CT scanner and related patient support equipment is required. Adherence to established procedure protocols, working knowledge of all IR examinations, and exam preps.

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE:

Graduation from and accredited Radiologic Technology program.
ARRT certification
Kentucky State Certification for Radiation.
BLS training is required

Travel Experience Required.

Rightsourcing | Pikeville Health Job ID #83721. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Interventional Radiology Tech (Speical Procedures)

Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is a 348-bed regional referral center and is home to Kentucky's only level II trauma center. PMC offers over 400 services, including most major specialties and many subspecialties, and features the region's most advanced medical technology. PMC employs nearly 3,300 people and has more than 600 credentialed healthcare providers.

The PMC service area includes eastern Kentucky and some southwestern counties in Virginia and West Virginia, with a population of about 450,000.

PMC's mission is to advance the health and well-being of our region through comprehensive care in a Christian environment.