$30,000 Sign-On Bonus now offered to eligible hires!

Sign-On Bonus Details: $15,000 for a 2-year work commitment or $30,000 for a three-year work commitment.

The UPMC Presbyterian OR is seeking full-time Interventional Technologists to join the team! This position will consist of daylight shifts Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 5pm with the possibility of 8:30am - 5pm or 8:30am - 7pm. Call coverage is required Monday - Friday, 5pm - 6:30am. Weekend and Holiday coverage is also required, 24-hour call beginning as 6:30am.

The Interventional Technologist will independently perform imaging procedures, primarily in the operating room and cath lab, at a technical level with minimal supervision. This role will support advanced cardiac and thoracic surgery teams working at the forefront of medical science. The Interventional Technologist will occasionally support to the larger hospital-based IR department as needed. If you are ready to take your imaging career to the next level, apply today!

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.

• 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.

• Fosters an environment that supports aseptic technique during procedures and patient safety with the incorporation of a time-out process.

• 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.

• Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect.

• Support other departments performing general radiographic procedures, if needed.

• Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology or an accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

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