Interventional Vascular Technologist

Cleveland Clinic

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About The Position

Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As an Interventional Vascular Technologist, you will provide technical assistance in performing diagnostic and interventional procedures. Some of your responsibilities will include acquiring images, processing images and providing emergency on call assistance.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and in good standing.
• Current state licensure as a Radiology Technologist.
• Basic Life Support certification.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience as a General Radiologic Technologist.
• Knowledge of radiologic physics and computerized vascular equipment, so as to safely inject and image human vascular anatomy.
• Knowledge of vascular anatomy and pathology sufficient to apply to interventional and diagnostic exams.
• Knowledgeable of sterile technique with ability to create and maintain sterile environment.
• Ability to function well with minimal to no supervision, especially during after hours call-in emergency service.

Responsibilities

• Utilize sterile or aseptic technique to scrub in and perform vascular, interventional, and surgical procedures per protocol.
• Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment, and exams to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Ensure patients safety and comfort during and after exams.
• Demonstrate understanding of primary purpose of drugs used in IR, indications, contraindications, contrast drug interactions and major effects.
• Record and maintain procedural data to include injection data, elapsed fluoroscopic time and procedural information.
• Monitor equipment, systems, clean equipment, and effects timely repair.
• Learn new technical information and skills through attendance of periodic in-service programs and participation in professional affiliation sessions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree