Interventional Radiology Technologist - Cardiovascular Technologist

Harborview Medical Center – Radiology has an outstanding opportunity for a INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST • INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIST.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Full-Time/40 Hours Per Week
• Rotating/Variable Shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Under general direction from the Imaging Lead and/or Imaging Supervisor, will perform complex technical procedures and assist physicians during clinical and research examinations such as angioplasties, embolization's, chemotherapy treatments, and intracranial procedures.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

Advanced diagnostic imaging, specialized clinical expertise. Radiology Services at Harborview Medical Center offers a full complement of radiology tests and imaging procedures, including nuclear medicine and interventional radiology (angiography).

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently performs and assists the physicians in performing all vascular procedures in body, neuro, and cardiac. Including, but not limited to Embolization, Angioplasty, Drug Infusions, Stent and Filter placements, and Pressure measurements.
• Participates in performing diagnostic interventional Angiograms; monitors patient vital signs and conditions during examinations; performs Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) if necessary.
• Operates the following equipment/systems: PACS, MacLab, IntelliShelf/MPOUS, Hospital Information System, and the Radiology Information System. Able to print and retrieve images. Can implement downtime procedures as needed.
• Assists in training new angiography technologists and residents. Participates in formal training programs for residents, fellows, and student technologists.
• Prepares patient for examination: explaining the procedure, making sure there is a signed consent form. Prepare the area of access using sterile technique.
• Performs or assists with Angiography procedures in areas outside Angio suite such as Operating Room, using the OEC c-arm and Procedure Room 1.
• Provides the appropriate education to patient and their families prior to and post Radiology procedure.

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate of Arts (AA) degree from an accredited Radiologic Technologist Program AND Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) AND Licensure by the State of Washington as a Radiologic Technologist (RT)
• Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license.

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

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