Neuro Special Procedures Technologist

Banner Health Corporate; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Thunderbird Medical Center is seeking a skilled Radiologic Technologist specialized in neuroendovascular and interventional procedures. The role supports rapid response, 24/7 procedural readiness, and high-volume case management within the Angiography department.

The position requires ARRT certification, BLS, and typically two years of radiology experience, with opportunities for ongoing training and competency development in a busy Level I Trauma Center environment.

Qualifications

• Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Competency in neuro-interventional radiology procedures such as thrombectomy and angiography.
• BLS certification and ARRT certification/licensure as applicable.
• Two years of clinical radiology experience recommended.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized radiographic/interventional procedures per orders.
• Educate patients and families about procedures.
• Produce high-quality images and maintain documentation.
• Ensure safe operation of radiology equipment and maintain radiation safety.

Skills

Radiologic technology

Interventional radiology

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Education

Radiologic Technology certificate/diploma

Tools

C-arms (OR)

Job description

Primary City/State: Glendale, Arizona Department Name: Angiography-Hosp Work Shift: Day Job Category: Clinical Care Health care is full of possibilities. Medical imaging plays a pivotal role in excellent patient care at Banner Health. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – you belong at Banner Health.

Location: Banner Thunderbird Medical Center - 5555 W Thunderbird Rd, Glendale, AZ 85306 Schedule: 4 days a week, 10 hour shifts Monday though Friday. Day off would rotate based on staffing schedule. With call on nights, weekends and holidays.

Day to day: Support growth of Neuroendovascular and thrombectomy services. Maintain rapid response and 24/7 procedural readiness for emergent stroke cases Support increasing IR procedural volumes while maintaining scheduled cases. Provide sustainable call coverage and reduce staffing strain. Allow appropriate time for Neuroendovascular training, orientation, and competency development. Maintain safe, efficient patient care during high-volume periods, call-ins, and other staffing needs. Build the staffing infrastructure needed to sustainably support the expanded program.

Banner Thunderbird Medical Center has served the Northwest Valley for more than 25 years and our unrelenting focus on excellent patient care has helped us become one of the most preferred hospitals in the Valley. In addition to being a Level 1 Trauma Center, the facility also includes a Primary Certified Stroke center, cross-training capability to other modalities, busy OR, Level III NICU, in house Transportation, Department Tech Assistants, Medical Imaging RNs, and state of the art equipment. Banner Health’s premier West Valley Level I Trauma for adults and Tertiary Care destination for all ages. Banner Thunderbird Medical Center (BTMC) and Banner Children’s Hospital at Thunderbird provide a preferred destination for surgical, oncological, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedic, pediatric, and women and infant services achieved through best-in-class 5-star CMS rating to provide patients with high quality, safe care for the best possible experience. Our campus is one of the largest campuses in the Banner network with over 3000 employees. BTMC was voted Best of the Best in 2023 by Banner Health out of 30 hospitals.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position performs prescribed specialized high acuity neurologic and body-focused radiographic procedures as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Performs radiographic diagnostic/interventional special procedures by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures. Can function independently when responding to interventional radiology call back and/or neuro call back.
2. Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
3. Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.
4. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies. Procedures may include mechanical thrombectomy, intra-arterial thrombolysis, brain, head/neck, orbit and spine arteriovenous fistulas, brain, head/neck and spine arteriovenous malformations, carotid artery, vertebral artery, and intracranial angioplasty, coil embolization, balloon-assisted coil embolization, and cerebral and spinal angiography. Demonstrates competency in neuro-interventional radiology procedures in addition to lower-level Special Procedures Technologist role. Also demonstrates competence in the administration of radiopharmaceuticals and other approved medications.
5. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to operate all C-arms within the OR suites (fixed and portable) and troubleshoots and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to radiation safety policies.
6. Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.
7. Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.
8. Independently performs prescribed radiographic procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Requires demonstrated competency in neuro-interventional radiology procedures such as mechanical thrombectomy, intra-arterial thrombolysis, brain, head/neck, orbit and spine AVF, brain, head/neck and spine AVM, carotid artery, vertebral artery, and intracranial angioplasty, coil embolization, balloon-assisted coil embolization, and cerebral and spinal angiography.
• Requires national certification American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and licensure by state regulatory agency if applicable.
• Advance certification by accrediting body in specialty required if applicable within 18 months of hire (and/or equivalent clinical experience for Cath Lab only).
• BLS certification.
• This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with two years of experience.
• Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, analyze data and solve problems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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