What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interventional Technologist- Cardiac Cath Lab (Full-Time) position at UPMC?
Description:
Join our dynamic healthcare team as an interventional technologist, where you'll leverage cutting-edge imaging technology to perform life-saving, minimally invasive procedures. Your expertise will directly contribute to improved patient outcomes, making a profound impact on the future of medical care. If you're passionate about innovation and patient care, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
**This position is eligible for a Sign-On Bonus of up to $20,000**
Responsibilities:
- Administers contrast media per protocol under proceduralist supervision.
- Performs accurate patient positioning and radiographic techniques for interventional procedures.
- Prepares patients, operates equipment, and monitors systems with full procedural understanding.
- Verifies patient identity using two identifiers and follows universal safety protocols.
- Reviews patient history and physician orders to apply appropriate imaging protocols.
- Accurately documents patient history in the electronic medical record.
- Maintains aseptic technique and ensures patient safety through time-out procedures.
- Communicates instructions and procedure details clearly to patients to reduce anxiety and gain cooperation.
- Ensures proper exam coding, image archiving, and charge entry in RIS and ISITE systems.
- Collaborates effectively with patients and staff, supporting general radiographic procedures as needed.
Schedule: This position will primarily work Monday-Friday, with rotating, 8-hour shifts of 6:30AM-3PM; 7AM-3:30PM This position will require the employee to work on-call with a 30-minute response time. May be subject to work other days/shifts based on hospital needs.
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000