Interventional Vascular Tech - Full Time Days - Samaritan Hospital

Trinity Health•Troy, NY

1d•$38 - $54

About The Position

The Interventional Vascular Tech performs vascular and interventional procedures in accordance with departmental standards and under the direction of the Chief of Medical Imaging, while following the Mercycare mission and values. St. Peter's Health Partners offers training for Radiologic Techs interested in becoming Interventional Vascular Techs, along with an orientation program, tuition allowance, and career development opportunities. This is a full-time day-shift position at Samaritan Hospital. The stated pay range is $38.45–$53.86 per hour, with pay based on experience, skills, and education; the range may vary by location.

Requirements

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Radiologic Technology or an equivalent hospital-based certificate program.
Current New York State license in Radiologic Technology.

Nice To Haves

Advanced certification in Cardiovascular/Interventional Technology.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic imaging and vascular/interventional procedures in accordance with departmental standards.
Operate and adjust imaging equipment.
Explain procedures to patients and position patients and equipment.
Obtain and record a complete clinical history pertinent to the requested examination.
Evaluate requests for appropriateness and refer concerns to the coordinator and/or Radiologist.
Compress and evaluate arterial and venous puncture sites.
Select appropriate technical factors for requested imaging examinations.
Assist in instructing student technologists and new personnel.
Select accurate post-processing techniques to optimize vascular/interventional images.
Maintain knowledge of available inventories and their applications, including catheters, guidewires, and stents.
Maintain aseptic technique during procedures and scrub with the physician.
Access and interpret laboratory values and patient-monitoring equipment.