Neuro Special Procedures Technologist
Neuro Special Procedures Technologist
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Job Description
Primary City/State:
Glendale ArizonaDepartment Name:
Angiography-HospWork Shift:
DayJob Category:
Clinical CareSign on bonus available
A rewarding career that fits your life. Those who have joined the Banner mission come from all walks of life united by the common goal: Make health care easier so life can be better. If changing health care for the better sounds like something you want to be part of apply today.
Banner Thunderbird offers a customer-focused team that provides a comprehensive range of Medical Imaging procedures in a friendly work environment and career growth opportunities. As a Special Procedures Technologist within our Interventional Radiology Lab at Banner Thunderbird you will be integral part of the team. We are proud to be Level 1 Trauma Center and expanding into a Comprehensive Stroke Center in 2024.
Our Interventional Radiology Lab is high acuity specializing in venous arterial and non-endovascular procedures. Interventional procedures include angiograms angioplasty stent placements embolization of bleeds and line placements for chemotherapy and hemodialysis. The IR team is comprised of highly skilled professionals that include registered nurses interventional radiologist advanced practice providers and special procedure technologist and neuro interventionalists. For this role you need to be confident with preparing sterile equipment trays accurately positioning patients for procedures assisting in operating fluoroscopic equipment and aiding in image capture. You need to be well-versed in procedures equipment and human anatomy to assist the Interventional radiologist.
Location: Banner Thunderbird Medical Center: 5555 W Thunderbird Rd Glendale AZ 85306
Shift: 4x10s 7:30-6pm
Banner Health was named to Fortunes Most Innovative Companies in America 2025 list for the third consecutive year and named to Newsweeks list of Most Trustworthy Companies in America for the second year in a row. Were proud to be recognized for our commitment to the latest health care advancements and excellent patient care.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position performs prescribed specialized high acuity neurologic and body-focused radiographic procedures as directed by following department/facility policies procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Performs radiographic diagnostic/interventional special procedures by following and verifying referring providers orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures. Can function independently when responding to interventional radiology call back and/or neuro call back.
2. Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
3. Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.
4. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies. Procedures may include mechanical thrombectomy intra-arterial thrombolysis brain head/neck orbit and spine arteriovenous fistulas brain head/neck and spine arteriovenous malformations carotid artery vertebral artery and intracranial angioplasty coil embolization balloon-assisted coil embolization and cerebral and spinal angiography. Demonstrates competency in neuro-interventional radiology procedures in addition to lower-level Special Procedures Technologist role. Also demonstrates competence in the administration of radiopharmaceuticals and other approved medications.
5. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to operate all C-arms within the OR suites (fixed and portable) and troubleshoots and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients personnel and visitors. Adheres to radiation safety policies.
6. Accountable for the ethical legal and professional responsibilities related to radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.
7. Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.
8. Independently performs prescribed radiographic procedures in accordance with department/facility policies procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff medical staff and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies patients and family members.
Performs all functions according to established policies procedures regulatory and accreditation requirements as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Banner Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.
NOTE: The core functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbents immediate manager.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
DIRECTLY REPORTING
None
MATRIX OR INDIRECT REPORTING
None
TYPE OF SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
May direct the activities of students and support staff.
Banner Health Leadership will strive to uphold the mission values and purpose of the organization. They will serve as role models for staff and act in a people-centered service excellence-focused and results-oriented manner.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS
DP - Typical Direct Patient Care environment: (Nutrition Rep Chaplain RN)
Able to stand walk bend squat reach and stretch frequently.
Possess physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needs.
Needs adequate hearing and visual acuity including adequate color vision.
Requires fine motor skills adequate eye-hand coordination and ability to grasp and handle objects.
Able to use proper body mechanics to assist patients in ambulating transferring in and out of bed chair or wheelchair.
May be required to lift up to 75 pounds.
Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and bodily fluids.
Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading writing and speaking in person or on telephone.
May require periodic use of personal computer.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program. Requires demonstrated competency in neuro-interventional radiology procedures such as mechanical thrombectomy intra-arterial thrombolysis brain head/neck orbit and spine AVF brain head/neck and spine AVM carotid artery vertebral artery and intracranial angioplasty coil embolization balloon-assisted coil embolization and cerebral and spinal angiography.
Requires national certification American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and licensure by state regulatory agency if applicable. Advance certification by accrediting body in specialty required if applicable within 18 months of hire (and/or equivalent clinical experience for Cath Lab only). BLS certification.
This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with two years of experience. Must demonstrate effective communication skills human relations skills analyze data and solve problems.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
DATE APPROVED 04/14/2024
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Full-Time
