Neuro Special Procedures Technologist

***Up to $30,000 sign on bonus, recruiter will cover eligibility during call***

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At Banner University Medical Center - Phoenix, joining our Medical Imaging team means becoming part of one of the most advanced, high-acuity imaging environments in the region, within a 730-bed academic medical center and Level 1 Trauma and Comprehensive Stroke Center.  At Banner University Medical Center - Phoenix, you won’t just perform procedures—you’ll be at the forefront of advanced neurovascular and interventional radiology care, working alongside leading specialists in a high-acuity, high-performance environment. This is an opportunity for a skilled technologist to join a team delivering cutting-edge therapies for stroke, trauma, and complex vascular disease, where your work directly impacts patient outcomes in critical moments.

This is a Monday - Friday position working 4x10hr shifts from 7:30a - 6:00pm with a rotating day off.

This role has a required on-call rotation. 1 call shift/week and 1 full on-call weekend in a 6-week period.

In this role you'll perform specialized high-acuity neuro-interventional radiographic procedures including mechanical thrombectomy, arteriovenous malformations, angioplasty, and coil embolization in accordance with departmental protocols. Prepares patients and work area, reviews cases for appropriate supplies, and anticipates physician needs by passing wires, catheters, and specialized neuro devices. Operates and troubleshoots C-arms and imaging equipment while maintaining aseptic technique and radiation safety standards. Educates patients and families, administers radiopharmaceuticals and approved medications, produces high-quality diagnostic images, and maintains accurate documentation. Responds independently to interventional radiology and neuro call backs while ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position performs prescribed specialized high acuity neurologic and body-focused radiographic procedures as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Performs radiographic diagnostic/interventional special procedures by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures. Can function independently when responding to interventional radiology call back and/or neuro call back.

2. Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.

3. Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.

4. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies. Procedures may include mechanical thrombectomy, intra-arterial thrombolysis, brain, head/neck, orbit and spine arteriovenous fistulas, brain, head/neck and spine arteriovenous malformations, carotid artery, vertebral artery, and intracranial angioplasty, coil embolization, balloon-assisted coil embolization, and cerebral and spinal angiography. Demonstrates competency in neuro-interventional radiology procedures in addition to lower-level Special Procedures Technologist role. Also demonstrates competence in the administration of radiopharmaceuticals and other approved medications.

5. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to operate all C-arms within the OR suites (fixed and portable) and troubleshoots and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to radiation safety policies.

6. Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.

7. Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.

8. Independently performs prescribed radiographic procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.
 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program. Requires demonstrated competency in neuro-interventional radiology procedures such as mechanical thrombectomy, intra-arterial thrombolysis, brain, head/neck, orbit and spine AVF, brain, head/neck and spine AVM, carotid artery, vertebral artery, and intracranial angioplasty, coil embolization, balloon-assisted coil embolization, and cerebral and spinal angiography.

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