Interventional Technologist- Cardiac Cath Lab (Full-Time)

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 6AM-2:30PM; 6:30AM-3PM, and 7AM-3:30PMThis 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. 

Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology or an accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required within 30 days of hire/transfer. 
• ACLS required within 12 months of hire/transfer.

• ARRT Certificate OR Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist

   

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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran