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Purpose: Performs imaging procedures and assists in the performance of interventional and neuro interventional procedures on neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as assigned, demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide the appropriate care to the age of the patient, and performs imaging procedures in Radiology. Population served based on scope of services in the department.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Performs diagnostic angiographic procedures and assists physicians with interventional and neurointerventional procedures and performs quality imaging.

2. Prepares patients for procedures and explains nature of each exam. Gives proper instruction prior to, during, and following procedures.

3. Prepares, operates and cares for equipment and other technical instruments used for administration of contrast agents, patient monitoring, and surgical intervention.

4. Ensures protocol for proper procedural documentation is adhered to.

5. Assists radiologist in administering medication and contrast agents.

6. Reviews each exam for technical accuracy and completes verification process in Picture Archiving Communication System, and other related clinical systems.

7. Maintains sterile technique during all procedures and ensures cleanliness of procedure room and work area.

8. Assumes responsibility for inventory and control of specific angiography items such as catheters, guide wires, and interventional sets, and orders supplies for the area or responsibility.

9. Protects patients, employees and self from excessive exposure and follows "As Low As Reasonably Achievable" (ALARA) guidelines at all times.

10. Actively participates in activities that promote safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and professional development.

11. Ensures accurate, timely and professional communication when communicating with supervisors, co-workers, physicians, patients and all hospital guests, and ensures timely delivery of appropriate and high-quality services.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum two (2) years of college or technical training.

• PREFERRED: Minimum of one (1) year Special Procedures Tech experience.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:

• Maintains competency and proficiency with all interventional and neurointerventional radiology equipment and procedures by utilizing reading material and attending in-service programs.

• General knowledge of a specialized or technical field normally associated with an A.A. or A.S. degree.

License, Registration, or Certification Requirements:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• NYS Radiologic Technologist License.

• American Registry and Radiologic Technology Certification, or eligible.

Working Conditions:

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Vassar Brothers Medical Center

Org Unit: 1374

Department: Interventional Radiology

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $48.60 - $62.56 Hourly

We are an equal opportunity employer

Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.