Radiology Technologist - Interventional Radiology

We Are Hiring:

Title:Interventional Radiology Technologist, IR Tech

City, State: Nashville, TN

Location: St Thomas West Hospital

Department: Interventional Radiology

Additional Job Details:Full-Time, Day Shift with minimal call schedule

Benefits:

* Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug program

* Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care

* Health Savings Account (HSA)

* Long term / Short Term disability

* Life Insurance & AD&D

* Tuition Assistance after 6 months employment

* 403b with company match

* Paid vacation time off

* Faith based work environment

* Legal services and much more!

WHY SAINT THOMAS WEST:

For over one hundred years, SAINT THOMAS WEST HOSPITAL has been devoted to physical, emotional and spiritual healing. Our mission is to serve all persons, with special attention to those who are poor and vulnerable, while improving the health of individuals and communities. Our 541 acute beds serve over 21,000 patients from across the Southeast every year. One of the top 50 cardiac hospitals in the country, Saint Thomas West provides excellence in clinical care to cardiac patients with a broad spectrum of diagnoses.

WHAT SAINT THOMAS WEST HAS TO OFFER:

* POWER OF PURPOSE: For us, work is more than the place we go each day. Its an environment that nurtures relationships, connects talent, and understands patients. Our innovative spirit impacts and influences the community that we serve.

* CULTURE OF TEAMWORK: We encourage diversity of talents while offering the support of a multi-disciplinary team.

* PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: By supporting our associates and their professional development, we ultimately enhance the care and services we provide to the community. Through this development, our associates find new opportunities for career advancement.

* COMPENSATION/BENEFITS: Saint Thomas Health provides a competitive compensation package inclusive of a wide range of flexible benefit options. We support work-life balance through generous paid time off and encourage spirituality in the workplace.

* INNOVATIVE ENVIRONMENT: We are a progressive, stable company with 120 years of experience in delivering world-class personalized care. At Saint Thomas Health, we are actively trying new solutions to help overcome some of healthcares toughest challenges.

What You Will Do:

As a Vascular Interventional Radiographer, youll assist physicians with minimally invasive, image-guided vascular procedures, including angioplasty, stenting, thrombolysis, and more. Using sophisticated fluoroscopic equipment, youll be responsible for capturing images of the blood vessels.

Working at Saint Thomas / Ascension, youll have a rewarding job and be an important part of a medical team caring for patients.

* Assist with procedures and provide diagnostic aid by conducting organ or body scans on patients.

* Prepare and position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately.

* Prepare and administer contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.

* Observe patient during procedure and report abnormal activity.

* Monitor protocols and recommend updates or refinements as warranted.

* Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.

* Able to perform all specialized imaging procedures such as angio, complex vascular and nonvascular interventional and therapeutic procedures, along with assisting the Radiologist/PA.

* Ensure all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.

* You will do all of this while contributing to mission effectiveness by promoting the spirit embodied with the Mission Statement:_ SERVICE TO THE POOR - Support the cause of those who lack resources for a reasonable quality of life. REVERENCE - Respect and compassion for the dignity and diversity of life INTEGRITY - Inspiring trust through personal leadership. WISDOM - Integrating excellence and stewardship. CREATIVITY - Courageous Innovation. DEDICATION - Affirming hope and joy in our ministry._

What You Will Need:

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

* BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.For current incumbents as of 4/30/18, BLS required upon expiration of Heart Saver

* One or more of the following required:

* Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

* Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date

Education:

* High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required.

Additional Preferences:

No additional preferences.

Why Join Our Team:

As one of the largest health systems in the state, we offer rewarding careers across eight hospitals, in addition to a comprehensive network of affiliated joint ventures, medical practices, clinics and rehabilitation facilities. We employ more than 8,000 associates and serve a 68-county area. As we continue to grow, we need compassionate caregivers to join us on our journey and to help influence care across our hospitals. We provide our associates with the support needed to re-energize, engage and experience the joy of caring for our patients. If you are looking for a rewarding career in healthcare, we invite you to apply today.

Ascension is a faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to transformation through innovation across the continuum of care. As one of the leading non-profit and Catholic health systems in the U.S., Ascension is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to all. In FY2020, Ascension provided $2.4 billion in care of persons living in poverty and other community benefit programs. Ascension includes more than 160,000 associates and 40,000 aligned providers across a national network of ministries. We offer rewarding careers across more than 2,600 sites of care including 146 hospitals and more than 50 senior living facilities in 19 states and the District of Columbia.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Ascension Saint Thomas is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and affords equal opportunity to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.

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