Interventional Technologist (Radiology)

UPMC; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift: Mon-Fri 1:30p-9:30p

Sign-on bonus eligible: $20,000

Job summary

UPMC is seeking an experienced Radiology Technologist to perform imaging procedures at a skilled level with independence. This role requires administering contrast, proper patient positioning, and strict adherence to safety protocols during interventional procedures.

The candidate will document history, ensure accurate coding, and collaborate across departments to expedite care. Shift is Monday–Friday 1:30p–9:30p with occasional after-hours call.

Qualifications

• Administers contrast in accordance with assigned protocols under the direction of the proceduralist.
• Demonstrates proper positioning and radiographic techniques for interventional procedures.
• Follows patient safety, aseptic technique, and time-out processes.

Responsibilities

• Identifies patients using two identifiers and reviews orders per departmental protocol.
• Documents patient history in the electronic record as required.
• Ensures exams are coded and networked for archiving and interpretation.
• Maintains professional interactions with patients and colleagues to support efficient care.
• Supports other departments performing general radiographic procedures when needed.

Skills

IR procedures

Patient care

Radiographic techniques

RIS/ISITE

Education

Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)

Tools

RIS

PACS

Job description

Purpose:
Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes.

Shift: Monday - Friday 1:30p-9:30p (may occasionally change based on operational needs) some rotational call for after-hours/WKNDS

Sign-on Bonus Eligible: $20,000 with a 2-year commitment (terms apply to external and eligible candidates)
Responsibilities:

• Administers contrast in accordance with assigned protocols under the direction of the proceduralist.


• Demonstrate proper positioning and appropriate radiographic techniques for all interventional procedures. Exhibits a clear understanding of correct patient preparation, equipment operations and patient monitoring systems.


• Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data. Documents patient history in electronic record as required.


• Fosters an environment that supports aseptic technique during procedures and patient safety with the incorporation of a time-out process.


• Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patient's fears and solicit their cooperation.


• Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.


• Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.


• Support other departments performing general radiographic procedures, if needed.