Interventional Radiology Technologist Interventional Cardiovascular Technologist (90 Fte)

Job Description

$10000 Sign-On Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine

Harborview Medical Center Radiology has an outstanding opportunity for a INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIST

WORK SCHEDULE
- 90% FTE; 32 HOURS PER WEEK; 3x12 hour shifts
- VARIABLE/DAY SHIFT

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Under general direction from the Imaging Lead and/or Imaging Supervisor will perform complex technical procedures and assist physicians during clinical and research examinations such as angioplasties embolizations chemotherapy treatments and intracranial procedures.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
Advanced diagnostic imaging specialized clinical expertise. Radiology Services at Harborview Medical Center offers a full complement of radiology tests and imaging procedures including nuclear medicine and interventional radiology (angiography).

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Independently performs and assists the physicians in performing all vascular procedures in body neuro and cardiac. Including but not limited to Embolization Angioplasty Drug Infusions Stent and Filter placements and Pressure measurements.
- Participates in performing diagnostic interventional Angiograms; monitors patient vital signs and conditions during examinations; performs Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) if necessary.
- Operates the following equipment/systems: PACS MacLab IntelliShelf/MPOUS Hospital Information System and the Radiology Information System. Able to print and retrieve images. Can implement downtime procedures as needed.
- Assists in training new angiography technologists and residents. Participates in formal training programs for residents fellows and student technologists.
- Prepares patient for examination: explaining the procedure making sure there is a signed consent form. Prepare the area of access using sterile technique.
- Performs or assists with Angiography procedures in areas outside Angio suite such as Operating Room using the OEC c-arm and Procedure Room 1.
- Provides the appropriate education to patient and their families prior to and post Radiology procedure.

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate of Arts (AA) degree from an accredited Radiologic Technologist Program AND Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) AND Licensure by the State of Washington as a Radiologic Technologist (RT)
- Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license.

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
As the regions only Level I Trauma and verified burn center Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis including emergency medicine trauma and burn care neurosciences ophthalmology vascular surgery HIV/AIDS rehabilitation mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region and preparing tomorrows physicians scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful welcoming environment where every patient family student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29000 healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center UW Medical Center - Montlake UW Medical Center - Northwest Valley Medical Center UW Medicine Primary Care UW Physicians UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

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Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.