What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interventional Technologist - Neuro Interventional Radiology position at Cleveland Clinic?
*This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000*
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Interventional Vascular Technologists are specialized Interventional Radiologists that support the most cutting-edge therapies offered at Cleveland Clinic. They provide technical assistance in performing diagnostic and interventional procedures as well as acquire all imaging and post processing of images.
A caregiver in this position works days from 8:00AM – 4:30PM plus on call.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Utilize sterile or aseptic techniques to scrub in and perform vascular, interventional, and surgical procedures per protocol.
Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment, and exams to ensure understanding and cooperation.
Ensure patients safety and comfort during and after exams.
Demonstrate understanding of primary purpose of drugs used in IR, indications, contraindications, contrast drug interactions and major effects.
Record and maintain procedural data to include injection data, elapsed fluoroscopic time and procedural information.
Monitor equipment, systems, clean equipment, and effects timely repair.
Learn new technical information and skills through attendance of periodic in-service programs and participation in professional affiliation sessions.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT) and in good standing
Current state licensure as a Radiology Technologist
Basic Life Support certification
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
One year of experience as a General Radiologic Technologist
Certification in Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiography: R.T.(R)(CV)(ARRT) or Vascular-Interventional Radiology: R.T.(R)(VI)(ARRT)
Previous experience in ahigh volume angiography department
Knowledge of radiologic physics and computerized vascular equipment to safely inject and image human vascular anatomy
Knowledge of vascular anatomy and pathology sufficient to apply to interventional and diagnostic exams
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Physical Requirements:
Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Records and maintains procedural data to include injection data, elapsed fluoroscopic time and procedural information.
Provides after hours standby call in service.
Monitors equipment, systems, cleans equipment and effects timely repair.
Teaches and instructs students and new hires.
Learns new technical information and skills through attendance of periodic in-service programs and participation in professional affiliation sessions.
Other duties as assigned.
Pay Range
Minimum hourly: $31.00
Maximum hourly: $46.50
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000