Radiologic Technologist, Interventional: Days, three 12 hour shifts - University of Utah Health
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
About the Job
Overview
_As 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/AA_
This 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.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
+ Prepares 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.
+ Serves 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 / Abilities
+ Demonstrated 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.
Qualifications
Qualifications Required
+ Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
+ Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah.
+ One of the following
+ ARRT Registration for Vascular Interventional Radiography R.T. (VI)(ARRT).
+ ARRT (CI)
+ One (1) year of experience in Vascular Interventional Radiology or Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Preferred
+ Six (6) months of Angiography experience.
+ ACLS may be required by some departments.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
_Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation._
+ This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects, such as medical equipment, while providing patient care.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, 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.edu_
EEO Statement
_University 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._
_University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both._
_To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/_
_Online reports may be submitted atoeo.utah.edu/_
_The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules._
_This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen._
Requisition Number _71333_
Reg/Temp _Regular_
Employment Type _Full-Time_
Shift _Day_
Work Schedule _3 - 12 hour shifts_
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status _Clinical_
Location Name _University of Utah Hospital_
Workplace Set Up _On-site_
_City_ _SALT LAKE CITY_
_State_ _UT_
Department _UUH ANC 12C RAD SPECIAL PROCED_
Category _Radiology/Imaging_
Workplace Set Up _On-site_
_As 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/AA_
This 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.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
+ Prepares 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.
+ Serves 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 / Abilities
+ Demonstrated 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.
Qualifications
Qualifications Required
+ Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
+ Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah.
+ One of the following
+ ARRT Registration for Vascular Interventional Radiography R.T. (VI)(ARRT).
+ ARRT (CI)
+ One (1) year of experience in Vascular Interventional Radiology or Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Preferred
+ Six (6) months of Angiography experience.
+ ACLS may be required by some departments.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
_Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation._
+ This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects, such as medical equipment, while providing patient care.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, 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.edu_
EEO Statement
_University 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._
_University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both._
_To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/_
_Online reports may be submitted atoeo.utah.edu/_
_The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules._
_This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen._
Requisition Number _71333_
Reg/Temp _Regular_
Employment Type _Full-Time_
Shift _Day_
Work Schedule _3 - 12 hour shifts_
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status _Clinical_
Location Name _University of Utah Hospital_
Workplace Set Up _On-site_
_City_ _SALT LAKE CITY_
_State_ _UT_
Department _UUH ANC 12C RAD SPECIAL PROCED_
Category _Radiology/Imaging_
Workplace Set Up _On-site_
Source : University of Utah Health