Company
Allegheny Health Network
Overview
This role performs prescribed radiographic imaging procedures and assists the provider during catheterization lab procedures at a technical level under the direct supervision of a technologist. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures, up to the level of documented competency, that require independent judgement and initiative.
Essential Responsibilities
- Prepares for and assists the physician in catheterization lab procedures by integrating knowledge of cardiovascular and peripheral vascular physiology, pathophysiology, and procedural techniques (50%)
- Operates equipment, troubleshoot equipment as indicated, and contacts proper support personnel in collaboration with preceptor (15%)
- Assists in monitoring the effects of procedural activities by identifying adverse reactions/conditions and properly responding (15%)
- Completes all required documentation for procedures including image storage and achival (10%)
- Other duties as assigned (10%)
Qualifications
- High School/GED
- Presently enrolled, and in good standing, in a radiology technologist program
- CPR
- Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
- Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
- Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance
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