Interventional Technologist I

UCHealth; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 51,453 - 72,034; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career ladder

Tuition assistance

Medical benefits

Job summary

UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies in Loveland, CO seeks an experienced Interventional Radiology professional to perform imaging, diagnostic, and interventional procedures for cardiac/vascular care. Onsite, full-time with rotating days, including stroke call and four 10-hour shifts.

The role emphasizes independence, patient education, equipment readiness, and strict safety/QC practices within UCHealth policies and mission.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or completion of a health-science certificate/degree program or radiologic technologist ARRT(R) / Cardiac Technologist program.
• Certified in VI/CI/RCES/RCIS per requirements.
• 6 months' interventional procedures experience.
• BLS/CPR certification through AHA or Red Cross valid through 60 days after hire.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs interventional imaging procedures and acts as subject matter expert at board-certified level.
• Assists physicians in diagnostic/therapeutic cardiac and vascular interventional procedures; analyzes imaging and quality.
• Educates patients about procedures and equipment; monitors and responds to status changes.
• Prepares equipment and supplies; troubleshoots malfunctions and sets exposure factors.
• Acts with critical thinking in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Education

High School diploma or GED or radiologic technologist ARRT(R) or Cardiac Technologist program

Job description

Location: UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies: Loveland, CO

Department: MCR Intervent Rad

Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Days

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

Full-time role working four rotating 10-hour shifts 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with a requirement for stroke call

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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