Vascular Interventional Radiology Technologist

Trusted Local Care. A Network of Expertise. We're your friends and neighbors, offering expertise and compassionate care as close to home aspossible. We are Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital.

We are looking for an exceptional Vascular Interventional Radiology Technologist to join a team of professionals committed to doing their best every day to care for their patients and for each other. Join us as a Vascular Interventional Radiology Technologist and enjoy the benefits and career growth that this community hospital has to offer - located on the Adirondack Coast in Northern New York.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:

Candidates joining us from a distance that is greater than 50 miles from their previous role and home are eligible for relocation assistance up to $9,200.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Performs Radiologic (Vascular Interventional) procedures in a variety of settings and locations on patients as ordered by licensed providers; in an ethical and professional manner according to hospital and departmental policy and according to any applicable New York State guidelines. Must assist in all aspects of the Interventional Radiology Department operations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be licensed by the New York State Department of Health. Must be registered by ARRT Radiographer (R). Must obtain ARRT (VI) credentials within two years of completing orientation. In the event that an employee has unsuccessfully attempted to become registered within the required timeframe, the employee is granted a six-month extension to become registered/credentialed.

Must be New York State Department of Health certified to inject IV contrast within two months of completing the orientation period.

Will be responsible for on-call in Vascular Interventional Radiology (IR) per union contract.

Requires sufficient sensitivity and interpersonal skills in dealing with apprehensive patients and families in a professional and compassionate manner.

Requires positive and effective communicating skills for interaction with physicians and staff in any situation.

Requires an ability to think and act quickly in order to deliver efficient quality care in a variety of stressful situations.

Must be BLS certified (or obtained within 3 months).

As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.

SCHEDULE:

This position is scheduled from 8:30AM-5:00PM Monday through Friday. Participation in weekday (end of shift through 7am the next morning) and weekend (end of Friday shift through 7am Monday) call rotation is required. 45-minute response time.

WHY CHAMPLAIN VALLEY PHYSICIANS HOSPITAL (CVPH)?

Few careers can offer you the perfect balance that's available here at CVPH.

We work in a high-tech setting, respected across the region for health care excellence. Each of our employees is part of a close-knit team that knows one another like family and shares a passion for the Champlain Valley. It's hard to imagine another opportunity that offers so much quality and variety in one great place. We're not just caregivers and staff - we're your friends and neighbors, offering expertise and compassionate care as close to home as possible. Here, you will get the benefits of a large organization with a small community-like feel. That's what we call the heart and science of medicine.

As a Level III trauma center and referral center for northern NY, CVPH coordinates closely with UVM Medical Center, a Level I trauma center located 1 hour away to provide our patients with comprehensive access to care. The UVM Health Network Department of Radiology provides integrated image management systems so that network physicians across northern NY and Vermont have access to images from any of our locations. Our imaging equipment and protocols are becoming standardized across all our sites, so that patients receive the same level of imaging quality no matter where their images are obtained.

At CVPH, we are in the process of upgrading to state-of-the-art imaging equipment, including 128 and 256 slice CT scanners. You will have the opportunity to work with the latest IT and imaging technology, while living in one of the most beautiful parts of the country. Plattsburgh, NY is situated on beautiful Lake Champlain and is only a short drive from the majestic Adirondack and Green Mountains. We are an hour away from Burlington, VT, and Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Lake Placid, NY is the site of the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympic Games and is only an hour away. Hiking, kayaking, canoeing, skiing, and cycling are just a few of the many activities the area has to offer. In addition, there are several dining options available to satisfy everyone. Local breweries and farm markets offer fun activities for weekend entertainment.

BENEFITS:

At CVPH, we support our employees as passionately as we care for our patients. We offer a comprehensive, total compensation package that includes salary, health and wellness benefits, paid time off, and more.Learn more here: 2024 CVPH SEIU Benefits Guidebook.pdf (uvmhealthnetworkcareers.org)

LEARN MORE:

What is it like working here? https://www.uvmhealthnetworkcareers.org/cvph.html

Why Plattsburgh, NY?

https://www.goadirondack.com/

https://www.northcountrygoodlife.com/

Check out this link for more info about Interventional Radiology at CVPH: https://www.cvph.org/Departments-and-Programs/Radiology-Imaging/Vascular-Interventional-Radiology

Find more information about the University of Vermont Health Network here: https://www.uvmhealth.org/about-uvm-health-network