Position Overview
* Department: Special Procedures Imaging
* Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm
* Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham
* Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more
* At UAB St. Vincent’s Birmingham North Tower Imaging, we offer a range of imaging services, including X-ray, bone density (DEXA), CT, MRI, and ultrasound with a strong focus on specialized breast imaging. We are the only department at UAB St. Vincent’s Birmingham that performs invasive breast procedures. Our collaborative team works Monday through Friday with no evening or weekend shifts in an environment committed to high-quality patient care.
What You Will Do
Assist with procedures and provide diagnostic aid by conducting organ or body scans on patients.
* Prepare and position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
* Prepare and administer contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
* Observe patient during procedure and report abnormal activity. Monitor protocols and recommend updates or refinements as warranted.
* Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
* Able to perform all specialized imaging procedures such as angio, complex vascular and nonvascular interventional and therapeutic procedures, along with assisting the Radiologist/PA.
* Ensure all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.
What You Will Need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
* BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
* One or more of the following required:
o Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
o Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Education:
* High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Additional Preferences
No additional preferences.
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