Location: Philadelphia, PA
Shift: 8 or 10h day shifts (7:30a-4:00pm or 7:00a-5:30pm). Occasional weeknight call will be required., 40 hrs per week guaranteed, 13 Weeks contract
Start date: ASAP
Job Description:
As a Neuro IR Technologist, you will provide direct patient care, cardiac monitoring and conscious sedation/medication administration in Interventional Radiology, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine and CT Scan. Key responsibilities include:
- Duties and Responsibilities:
- Familiarity with neuroimaging techniques and procedures.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in operating neuroimaging equipment, including angiography systems and digital subtraction angiography (DSA) equipment. Familiarity with image analysis software.
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and neurovascular diseases. Familiarity with interventional neurology procedures, including endovascular thrombectomy, embolization, and stenting.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy when analyzing and documenting imaging data
- Collaborate with neurointerventionalists and other healthcare professionals in performing various complex neurointerventional procedures, including but not limited to aneurysm coiling, arteriovenous malformation (AVM) embolization, carotid artery stenting, intracranial stenting, and intracranial thrombectomy. Assists physicians, according to OR standards of practice. Responsible for maintenance of sterile field, proper set-up, and handling and maintenance of equipment and injection of contrast media. Provides basic and advanced life support according to AHA standards under direct supervision of physician or according to protocol. This includes cardioversion and defibrillation, starting intravenous lines, CPR, and airway support
- Education and Experience:
- Must have at least 2 years experience in the interventional neuro setting. Will accept a combination of IR/Cath Lab and Neuro experience, but must have specific neuro skillset for consideration.
- Knowledge and experience of neuroimaging techniques and procedures including angiography (DSA) equipment
- Certifications:
- State license to work as a IR technologist
- ARRT or RCIS Certification required
- BLS and ACLS Certification required.
- Other requirements:
- Fully vaccinated for COVID-19
This position requires a compassionate, detail-oriented individual with excellent communication and sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology. You will need a Bachelor's or associate's degree in radiologic technology and a valid state license to work as a CT Technologist. Prior experience in an acute care setting and additional certifications in diagnostics are highly desirable.