IR Lab Technologist, 15K Bonus

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious institution known for its commitment to excellence and innovation in healthcare. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where teamwork and compassion are at the forefront of patient care. As part of a dedicated team, you will play a crucial role in performing invasive cardiovascular procedures, ensuring patient safety, and utilizing advanced technology. With a focus on career growth and a supportive work culture, you will have access to competitive benefits, including healthcare and paid time off. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits

Paid Time Off

On-Site Childcare

Merit Increases

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Invasive Cardiovascular Technology or Radiology program.
• BLS and ACLS certification required by the first day of employment.

Responsibilities

• Set up procedures adhering to sterile technique and prepare patients properly.
• Monitor patient symptoms and communicate changes to the physician.

Skills

English Communication

Patient Safety

Aseptic Technique

Hemodynamic Monitoring

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Graduate of Invasive Cardiovascular Technology or Radiology program

Tools

Radiation Protection Equipment

Hemodynamic Monitoring Equipment

Job description

Job Description

Description

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. At UT Southwestern, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development that align with your future goals and help to provide security for you and your family. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more that are all available on the day you start work. UT Southwestern is honored to be a Veteran Friendly work environment that is home to approximately 800 veterans. We value your integrity, dedication, and the commitment you’ve made to our country. We’re proud to support your next mission. Ranked by Forbes as one of the Top 10 National Employers, we invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for growth.

Minimum Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Invasive Cardiovascular Technology or Radiology program. Must be able to read, write and communicate in English. One year experience in a Cardiac Cath/Electrophysiology or Interventional Radiology department. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ACA) by first day of employment is required.

Job Duties

• Sets up for procedure adhering to sterile technique. Prepares patient by attaching hemodynamic monitoring equipment. Observes and evaluates patient symptoms and responses. Practices patient safety goals.
• Knows and demonstrates effective aseptic technique throughout the performance of procedures.
• Operates table and positions patient for optimal fluoroscopic visualization. Sets parameters for radiation dose and digital acquisition of images. Provides radiation protection to patient, staff and self by adhering to prescribed practices and safety standards.
• Utilizes technical knowledge and skills to perform procedure accurately and in a safe manner in accordance with age specific criteria. Assists the physician as needed during the procedure with insertion of catheters, guidewires and other procedural supplies.
• Records hemodynamic data, patient symptoms and responses. Recognizes and communicates any changes in EKG, blood pressure, oxygen saturation or any other parameters to the physician and team.
• Accurately scans supplies and completes charges after each procedure.
• Transports patients in a safe manner to/from the CVIR department.
• Maintains and reports par levels for all products. Restocks rooms and removes outdated products.
• Troubleshoots minor problems with equipment. Notifies supervisor/Biomed as appropriate. Follows archiving quality control measures to ensure the storing of images to the PACS.
• Assumes accountability for all actions in the workplace. Reports errors promptly and takes appropriate follow-up action to rectify the error.
• Effective patient/family advocate. Responds to patient’s and/or patient’s family’s complaints in an appropriate and effective manner. Reports complaints to the Manager or their designee in a timely manner. Utilizes the chain of command appropriately to resolve patient, operational, or personal work related problems.
• Functions in the department as part of an interdisciplinary team and collaborates in the care and service delivery process of patient care through communication with team members and other service lines.
• Participates in performance improvement activities as directed. Attends at least 80% of scheduled staff meetings and attends 100% of mandatory educational sessions.
• Works cooperatively with all staff and supports staff new to the environment.

Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned.

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.