Interventional Tech Adv (Interventional Radiology)

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ANCC Magnet designated UPMC Passavant is currently hiring a Full-Time Interventional Tech to support our Interventional Radiology Unit at the McCandless location. IR Techs will scrub and circulate for IR and vascular surgery procedures. Title and salary will be determined based upon education and experience.

Shift Details:

• Monday-Friday
• 4 10-hour shifts per week
• On call 10-12 days per 8-week schedule including 1-2 weekends
• Shifts will be further discussed during the interview

Interventional Technologist:

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. 
• 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.
• 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.
• Fosters an environment that supports aseptic technique during procedures and patient safety with the incorporation of a time-out process.
• 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.
• Support other departments performing general radiographic procedures, if needed.
• Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Interventional Technologist, Advanced:

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the training of staff and student technologists.
• Works directly with Radiologists regarding protocol development.
• Performs all job responsibilities of an IR Tech 1.
• Demonstrates advanced level of knowledge in supplies and the use of the supplies during procedures.
• Performs or assists Clinical Specialist in performing QA, regulatory testing, and other technical and research initiatives.
• Assist with Fluoro time monitoring, the management of medical editing request, and annual lead apron compliance checks.
• Participates in standardization activities with system-level workgroups.
• Demonstrates the ability to function independently, and is able to cover off shifts, on-call responsibilities, and perform services at satellite facilities, where applicable, while continually communicating with lead and management team.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved AMA School of Radiologic technology.
• Minimum of 2 years IR experience require.
• Must have obtained a performance review rating of strong/solid/good on most recent performance review to be eligible for promotion.
   

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• ARRT Certificate
• Secondary registration in VI required or equivalent
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Act 34