Imaging Services Tech Assistant

UPMC•Pittsburgh, PA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Presbyterian is seeking a full-time Imaging Services Tech Assistant to join our dedicated Neuro Interventional Team! This position offers a schedule of five 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday. It provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the imaging field and the chance to work alongside Neuro IR radiology technologists in two neuro suites at a Level 1 Stroke Center. This is a fantastic role for candidates eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced, cutting-edge medical environment. If you're passionate about imaging services and want to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply!

Requirements

Completion of High school diploma or equivalent.
Requires Clerical and computer experience.
Requires Communication and interpersonal skills.
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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Responsibilities

Transports patient to and from unit when required.
Demonstrate proper placement of IV catheter.
Demonstrates knowledge of and appropriately follows guidelines for GFR criteria.
Assists with invasive procedure tray set-up and couriers specimens to lab as needed.
Practices established radiation safety and radiation safety protocols.
Accurately schedules exams into RIS as needed.
Reschedules exams as needed and contacts patients for additional scanning.
Assists technologist with patient care/flow as instructed.
Knowledgeable of procedural processes.
Effectively prepares patient for exam providing both pre and post procedure education.
Documents proper history into electronic record.
Reviews physician orders and contacts office if additional information is required.