What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interventional Vascular Technologist position at Cleveland Clinic?
PRN Interventional Vascular Technologist
Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
Interventional Vascular Technologists are specialized Interventional Radiologists that support the most cutting-edge therapies offered at Cleveland Clinic.
A caregiver in this position works varying shifts from 12:00AM – 12:00PM.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Utilize sterile or aseptic technique to scrub in and perform vascular, interventional, and surgical procedures per protocol.
Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment, and exams to ensure understanding and cooperation.
Ensure patients safety and comfort during and after exams.
Demonstrate understanding of primary purpose of drugs used in IR, indications, contraindications, contrast drug interactions and major effects.
Record and maintain procedural data to include injection data, elapsed fluoroscopic time and procedural information.
Monitor equipment, systems, clean equipment, and effects timely repair.
Learn new technical information and skills through attendance of periodic in-service programs and participation in professional affiliation sessions.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology.
Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and in good standing.
Current state licensure as a Radiology Technologist.
Basic Life Support certification.
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
One year of experience as a General Radiologic Technologist.
Knowledge of radiologic physics and computerized vascular equipment to safely inject and image human vascular anatomy.
Knowledge of vascular anatomy and pathology sufficient to apply to interventional and diagnostic exams.
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Physical Requirements:
- Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000
