Interventional Technologist I

UCHealth; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

PTO and family leave

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital in Fort Collins, CO seeks a qualified professional to perform imaging, diagnostic, and interventional procedures to diagnose and treat cardiac and/or vascular conditions in accordance with scope, standards, and organizational policies, values, and mission; work independently of supervision.

This onsite role is PRN, days shift, with a pay range of $37.35 to $52.29 per hour, dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent in health science or radiologic technology.
• ARRT (R) or Cardiac Technologist certification required (VI/CI/RCES/RCIS).
• 6 months' experience with interventional procedures.
• BLS certification through AHA or Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card valid through 60 days after hire.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs interventional cardiac/vascular imaging procedures and acts as subject matter expert.
• Assists physician with diagnostic/therapeutic interventional procedures; analyzes imaging results and addresses image quality issues.
• Educates patients about procedures and equipment; monitors patient status and responds to changes.
• Prepares equipment, troubleshoots malfunctions and ensures safety/quality control on imaging equipment.
• Works with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Education

High School diploma or GED or graduate of a certificate, license or degree granting program in a health science or Radiologic Technologist ARRT (R) program or Cardiac Technologist program

Certified in VI or CI or RCES or RCIS

Job description

Description

Location: UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital: Fort Collins, CO

Department: PVH Intervent Rad

Work Schedule: PRN, 0.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Days

Pay: $37.35 - $52.29 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience

This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option

Career Ladder: UCHealth offers a structured way for you to grow your skills, responsibilities, and pay in this position. As you gain experience and expertise, you will have the opportunity to move through different levels of this career ladder.

Summary

Performs imaging, diagnostic, and interventional procedures to diagnose and treat cardiac and/or vascular conditions in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and within the policies, values, and mission of the organization; and independent of supervision.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs responsibilities of underlying job(s) and acts as subject matter expert in providing board certified level of care. Prepares patients for procedures within scope of practice.
• Assists physician with performing diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac and/or vascular interventional procedures. Performs, analyzes imaging procedures and results; takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. Assists with monitoring patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED or graduate of a certificate, license or degree granting program, or post-secondary educational program in a health science or Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist ARRT (R) program or Cardiac Technologist program.
• Certified in Vascular-interventional radiology (VI) or Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI) or Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS).
• 6 months' experience with interventional procedures.
• BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.

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Recognition

• Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
• Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
• Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.

Health and well-being

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free Care.com membership.
• Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
• Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
• Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.

Retirement and savings

• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
• Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.

Education and career growth

• UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
• Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
• Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
• Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
• Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.

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