Interventional Technologist (Casual)

UPMC•Pittsburgh, PA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Mercy is seeking a casual Interventional Technologist to support the Peripheral Interventional Radiology Department in Downtown Pittsburgh. This role performs imaging procedures at a technical level, not requiring constant supervision. The Interventional Technologist competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. The Peripheral IR Department specializes in sterile, invasive procedures completed with image guidance and fluoroscopy. UPMC Mercy is proud to offer the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and Comprehensive Burn Center under one roof. Additionally, UPMC Mercy boasts the UPMC Vision Institute and the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute at the first-of-its-kind UPMC Mercy Pavilion. The new, state-of-the-art Mercy Pavilion is just one of the reasons that U.S. News & World Report has ranked UPMC Mercy in the Top 15 Rehabilitation programs in the nation. UPMC Imaging supports these efforts in making UPMC Mercy a renowned institution, while bolstering employees’ career growth with numerous career path opportunities that are built for our employees to succeed.

Requirements

Graduate of an ARRT-approved school of Radiologic Technology or an accredited program in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology.
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
ARRT Certificate OR Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
Act 33 with renewal
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

Responsibilities

Administers contrast in accordance with assigned protocols under the direction of the proceduralist.
Demonstrates proper positioning and appropriate radiographic techniques for all interventional procedures.
Exhibits a clear understanding of correct patient preparation, equipment operations, and patient monitoring systems.
Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures.
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.
Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner, and explains procedures to help allay the patient's fears and solicit their cooperation.
Ensures all exams within 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.
Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.
Supports other departments performing general radiographic procedures, if needed.