Description
The Neuro Interventional Technologist will function under the direct supervision of the department leader and Neurosurgeon/Interventionalist at an intermediate skills level for Neuro endovascular/interventional procedures. This will include scrubbing, circulating, monitoring and documentation. Assisting the surgeon in cerebral/carotid procedures is a requirement in treating the patient with the latest technology for strokes and related conditions. If you are looking for a career change and want to be a part of a highly specialized Neuro department at UPMC Harrisburg, this is the place for you!
$10,000 sign on bonus with a 2 year commitment for new hires.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the training of staff and student technologists.
- Works directly with Radiologists regarding protocol development.
- Performs all job responsibilities of an Interventional Technologist.
- 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, Vascular or Cath Lab experience required.
- 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 certified as a Radiologic Technologist. Secondary registration in VI required or equivalent. CPR or BLS Required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
- ARRT Certificate
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Act 33 with renewal
- Act 34 with renewal
- Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
- UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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