Interventional Radiology Technologist Extern

Facility

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department

Cape Fear Academy

Job Family

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

Summary

This position provides a 4–6 month transition program designed to provide hands-on clinical experience and advanced training in a fast-paced procedural environment. Externs work under the guidance of experienced IR/Cath Lab professionals while completing a structured orientation and competency-based training program. Successful completion may lead to placement into a permanent IR Technologist or Cath Lab Technologist role. Externs who do not complete the program may be able to transition into an X-Ray Technologist role if available.

MAJOR JOB FUNCTIONS

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of the job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below; and specific functions may change from time to time.

• •Participate in a structured externship program within the IR/Cath Lab setting
• •Assist with interventional and diagnostic imaging procedures
• •Prepare patients, equipment and procedure rooms in accordance with safety standards
• •Maintain sterile technique and support physicians during procedures
• •Rotate through assigned clinical areas to gain real-time experience
• •Complete required competencies and training assessments
• •Collaborate with radiology and Cath Lab teams to ensure high-quality patient care
• •Adhere to departmental policies, safety protocols, and regulatory standards
• •Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:

EDUCATION AND FORMAL TRAINING:

• •Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology program required
• •Current ARRT certification or registry eligible required
• •Must attempt registry certification within 1 year and gain certification within 2 years of the hire date
• •BLS certification (or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe) required
• •Participation in a modified X-Ray Tech orientation within the first 30 days of hire required
• •Completion of all required competencies during externship required

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• •1 year of clinical or externship experience in radiology with strong interest in Interventional Radiology or Cath Lab specialty preferred
• •Internal CFV candidates must be employed with CFV for a minimum of 6 months and have no active disciplinary actions

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• •Ability to be available for occasional weekend clinical experiences (Saturday/Sunday)
• •Ability to comply with attendance expectations (call-outs must be reported appropriately)

Required Licenses and Certifications

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity