Radiologic Technologist, Interventional

OverviewAs a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AAThis position is responsible for performing angiography and specialized abdominal and neurovascular types of interventional radiology. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law.ResponsibilitiesPrepares patient and equipment for catheterization procedures by preparing site of entry, draping patient, arranging sterilized instruments and catheters, and calibrating and setting-up pressure transducers and tubing.Performs specialized vascular and neuro procedures.Selects and modifies technical factors to produce optimum diagnostic results with the least practical radiation exposure to the patient.Assists and supports the physician during specialized vascular and neuro radiographic procedures.Administers contrast media under direct supervision of a physician.Assists with the department's quality control program.Tests, monitors and maintains equipment for proper and safe operation.Restocks supplies when time allows.Maintains availability on a rotational call schedule for procedures after normal hours.Supports the Vascular OR with tech coverage.May act as a preceptor and instruct new technologists and students.Knowledge / Skills / AbilitiesDemonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.Ability to provide care to the population served.Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.Ability to identify and solve problems effectively.QualificationsLicenses RequiredCurrent licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah.ARRT Registration as a Radiologic Technologist R.T. (R) (ARRT).Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.Qualifications (Preferred)Six (6) months of Angiography experience.ARRT Registration as R.T. (VI).ACLS may be required by some departments.Working Conditions and Physical DemandsEmployee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing medical care.Physical RequirementsCarrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Non Indicated, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking.Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed.To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.eduEEO StatementUniversity of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.Requisition Number

70553Reg/Temp

RegularEmployment Type

Full-TimeShift

DayWork Schedule

three 12-hour shiftsClinical/Non-Clinical Status

ClinicalLocation Name

University of Utah HospitalCity

SALT LAKE CITYState

UTDepartment

UUH ANC 12C RAD SPECIAL PROCEDCategory

Radiology/Imaging

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