Interventional Radiology Technologist | Jefferson Hospital

Highmark Health; Jefferson Hills (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Interventional Radiology Technologist to perform various imaging procedures. This role involves setting up the interventional suite, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining compliance with standards and protocols. Candidates should possess relevant certifications and demonstrate a commitment to quality patient care. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to impactful healthcare solutions and patient outcomes. If you're passionate about radiology and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign on Bonus of $10,000

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Continuing Education Support

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or certification from a technical school required.
• Radiography and Vascular Interventional Radiography certifications necessary.

Responsibilities

• Set up interventional suite with instruments and supplies.
• Maintain adequate supplies and participate in inventory control.
• Implement radiation protection and patient safety standards.

Skills

Aseptische Techniken

Dokumentation

Patientensicherheit

Interventionelle Radiologie

Education

Associate's degree

Radiography Certification

Vascular Interventional Radiography Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

Sign on Bonus Eligible: $10,000 (2 year commitment)

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This job performs various imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in setting up the interventional suite with appropriate instruments and supplies (15%)
• Utilizes proper aseptic techniques and practices standard precautions. Follows policy for medication, contrast, and specimen handling (15%)
• Assists with preparing, positioning, and draping patients and participates in the interventional space to assure correct patient and surgical site (15%)
• Understands, anticipates, and adapts to interventional provider preference and patient care variables, and contributes to updating interventional provider preference materials (15%)
• Completes all required documentation for procedures e.g. regulatory, billing protocols and image distribution (15%)
• Maintains adequate supplies for efficient section/department operations. Participates in inventory control and monitoring (15%)
• Implements radiation protection and patient safety standards (10%)
• Other duties as assigned or requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Associate's degree or certification from a technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Radiography Certification and Registration (R ) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Vascular Interventional Radiography Certification and Registration (VI) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Within 24 months of hire. Employees in an Interventional Radiology Technologist role (prior to September 1, 2024) who do not have a VI certification are not required to obtain them; employees in an Interventional Radiology Technologist role with existing VI certification are required to maintain active certifications. Employees hired or transferred into the Interventional Radiology Technologist role after September 1, 2024, are also required to maintain active certifications.
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Preferred

• Prior experience working as an Interventional Radiology Technologist

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.