IR Cath Lab Radiologic Tech - Local Travel Contract
Eskenazi Health

Division:Eskenazi Health

Sub-Division:Hospital

Req ID:18362

Schedule:Full Time

Shift:Days

Eskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 333-bed hospital and outpatient facilities both on and off of the Eskenazi Health downtown campus including at a network of Eskenazi Health Center sites located throughout Indianapolis.

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Opportunity Overview

As a Short-Term Assignment Interventional Radiologic Technologist, youwill perform special diagnostic radiographic procedures on designated parts of the body as required by physician orders. This position assumes responsibility for care and safety of patients' underlying interventional procedures, and cardiac catheterization examinations. Orientation is provided to ensure comfortability of working in a familiar environment while simultaneously learning more about the culture of Eskenazi Health and our opportunities.This position proactively models Eskenazi Health values contributes to its mission: Advocate, Care, Teach and Serve with special emphasis on the vulnerable population of Marion County.

Schedule Committment

The short term contract is a 13 week commitment, at the end of the contract there is the potential to renew or join our team in a fulltime or PRN capacity.The position is scheduled 8:00am-4:30pm; Mon-Fri. This position does have a call requirement. When on call, you must be within a 30-minute response window.

Call requirements are based on amount of staff in designated call pool. Call days and Weekends are divided evenly between staff. Contractor staff may be asked to pick up additional call based on PTO and permanent staff availability. Call ranges from 4:30 pm - 8 am Monday through Friday and 7 am - 7 am on Saturday and Sunday.

Am I Qualified

Graduation from an ARRT approved Radiologic Technology Program. Bachelor's degree in interventional radiology is preferred in addition to experience requirements.Minimum of two (2) years previous working experience in interventional radiology or cardiac catheterization.

• ARRT registered which includes compliance with professional CEU requirements
• Licensed with the State of Indiana as a Radiologic Technologist
• Maintains and shows proof of current CPR Certification

What We Offer and Questions

We strive to create a flexible and realistic work-life balance by providing the following:

• Competitive compensation Opportunities for further growth and development
• Seven Major holidays paid at double time
• A culture of caring not only for patients/family members but also for our staff
• Why join our Team at Eskenazi Health - Eskenazi Health - YouTube

Questions

For questions, please feel free to connect with our recruiter Dawn Hay via call or text at 463.224.0941

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Performs special diagnostic radiographic procedures on designated parts of the body as required by physician orders
• Selects proper exposure factors for radiographic equipment for each examination
• Determines appropriate equipment for use, i.e. pressure injectors, pressure monitor, mapping system, other imaging equipment.
• Utilizes protective shielding, immobilization and supportive devices when required
• Assumes responsibility for care and safety of patients while they are undergoing interventional procedures in the labs.
• Assists Radiologists/Cardiologists during special procedures and cardiac catheterizations
• Provides emotional support to patients and keeps them informed regarding what they will experience during the procedure.
• Participates in the instruction of AS and BS students rotating through department
• Following HIPAA requirements, prepares digital images for providers outside of the Eskenazi Health system
• Maintains supplies required for radiographic rooms, such as contrast media, pharmaceuticals, etc.
• Keeps rooms adequately stocked, and equipment clean; adheres to infectious control policies in maintaining a semi-sterile environment
• Prepares equipment to be sent to CSR for sterilizing procedures (i.e., wrapping, cleaning, labeling).
• Prepares procedure trays for interventionists prior to all exams. Alters activities to reflect/ensure adequate care appropriate to the age of patients served (i.e., adolescent, geriatric, pediatric, neonatal, adult) as described in the area/unit age-specific and/or job specific competencies
• Takes call shifts to provide coverage during non-working hours
  

Accredited by The Joint Commission and named as one of Indiana's best employers by Forbes magazine for two consecutive years and the top hospital in the state for community benefit by the Lown Institute, Eskenazi Health's programs have received national recognition while also offering new health care opportunities to the local community. As the sponsoring hospital for Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services, the city's primary EMS provider, Eskenazi Health is also home to the first adult Level I trauma center in Indiana, the only verified adult burn center in Indiana and Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center, the first community mental health center in Indiana, just to name a few.

Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis

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