Angio Interventional Technologist
About The Position
Responsible for completing Angiography procedures, some advanced imaging procedures, embolization, thrombectomies, PTA/stenting. What does it mean to be a caregiver with Intermountain? Check out this video and learn more and discover the “Power of We.” To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please to schedule a time to further discuss this opportunity Click Here . Posting Specifics Shift Details : Full-time (40 hours), Variable, four 10's. 5:00pm – 7:00am, On Call, Holiday Coverage Unit/Location: McKay Dee Hospital Additional Details: Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying. Essential Functions Maintains up-to-date licensure and certifications required for position. Provides procedural assistance as a circulating tech, scrub tech, or monitoring tech, according to Angio lab policies and procedures and Scope of Practice documents. Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam. Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment for patients and staff. Develops specific knowledge about invasive, diagnostic, and interventional supplies, appropriate indications and applications, and proper use and deployment techniques. Follows appropriate protocol for medical necessity, coding and charging, obtaining necessary consents, maintaining applicable QC (Quality Control) programs, and reporting any equipment failures or problems. Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and address patient and/or family concerns. Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions or incidents. Coordinates patient care and communicates pertinent information to other patient care providers following procedure. At the end of the procedure, suture the sheath in place, or remove the sheath and apply pressure to obtain hemostasis. Performs advanced interventional procedures including ablation procedures, stents, thrombectomy, embolization. Orient new angio staff, provide teaching, coaching, mentoring and provide direct supervision as a defined preceptor. Proctors other staff including specialized equipment and procedural techniques. Additional Responsibilities Transports patients as needed Maintains work area and stocks supplies as needed.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years Angio/Interventional experience or Vascular/Interventional radiography certification.
- Recognize emergent patient situations and respond appropriately.
- Ability to function independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to interact and communicate effectively with other caregivers and patients.
- Knowledge and adherence to infection control and sterile techniques.
- Demonstrated skills and expertise in complex diagnostic and interventional procedures.
- ARRT - American Registry Upon Hire Required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
- ACLS - within 120 Days Required for non-pediatric hospitals.
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced within 120 Days Required for only pediatric hospitals.
- Relevant state licensure and/or certifications Upon Hire Required
Nice To Haves
- Vascular/Interventional Radiography (VIR) certification Preferred
Responsibilities
- Completing Angiography procedures
- Completing advanced imaging procedures
- Performing embolization
- Performing thrombectomies
- Performing PTA/stenting
- Maintains up-to-date licensure and certifications required for position.
- Provides procedural assistance as a circulating tech, scrub tech, or monitoring tech, according to Angio lab policies and procedures and Scope of Practice documents.
- Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
- Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment for patients and staff.
- Develops specific knowledge about invasive, diagnostic, and interventional supplies, appropriate indications and applications, and proper use and deployment techniques.
- Follows appropriate protocol for medical necessity, coding and charging, obtaining necessary consents, maintaining applicable QC (Quality Control) programs, and reporting any equipment failures or problems.
- Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and address patient and/or family concerns.
- Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions or incidents.
- Coordinates patient care and communicates pertinent information to other patient care providers following procedure.
- At the end of the procedure, suture the sheath in place, or remove the sheath and apply pressure to obtain hemostasis.
- Performs advanced interventional procedures including ablation procedures, stents, thrombectomy, embolization.
- Orient new angio staff, provide teaching, coaching, mentoring and provide direct supervision as a defined preceptor.
- Proctors other staff including specialized equipment and procedural techniques.
- Transports patients as needed
- Maintains work area and stocks supplies as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
