Radiology Tech - Cath Lab w/ EP Experience

Currently offering a $15000 Sign on Bonus!!

The experienced Cardiovascular Interventional Technologist assists the physician in performing interventional cardiovascular and operating room procedures. Produces images to actively assist the attending physician. Uses preestablished imaging protocols and departmental policy to perform safe operation of imaging equipment and all functions of the job. May provide complete pre and post education to patients and family. Able to evaluate competency level of others as preceptor. Leads and directs the work of others. Attend meetings as designated by clinical supervisor or department director. Provide input regarding departmental changes. Act as a resource for all imaging technologists in cardiac cath lab electrophysiology and/or interventional radiology. Address physician concerns in conjunction with clinical supervisor and departmental director. Significant departmental responsibilities delegated by the clinical Director/Supervisor. Reports to Supervisor or Manager.

Proficient in all complex and advanced interventional procedures. Actively participates and assists physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular and/or interventional radiology procedures including but not limited to implanting pacemakers/defibrillators structural heart electrophysiology cardiac and vascular angiograms including diagnostic and interventional and neurovascular and interventional radiology procedures and interventions. Always follows as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) guidelines and operate fluoroscopic imaging equipment to produce contrast enhanced radiographs of heart vascular cardiovascular system. Acts as a backup for other technologists in the department as needed to ensure quality of care is being met while being able to evaluate competency of others as a preceptor serving as charge when needed and acting as a lead tech on call backs. Serving as lead tech by being subject matter expert to the physicians and other team members as well as overseeing all equipment.

Check test and maintain fluoroscopy equipment to ensure proper operation. Completes all other equipment daily checks/test that must be performed and documented before first procedure troubleshoots where possible and/or notifies service when daily checks/test fail. Monitor patients blood pressure oxygen saturation heart rate comfort and patient safety. Ensures patient vital sign documentation is accurate and alert physicians of abnormalities. Also uses electrocardiogram (EKG) equipment during diagnostic or therapeutic procedures. Maintains a proper sterile field during surgical procedures. Performs quality audits and projects as needed and participates in performance improvement.

Experience

Previous experience required 8 Years of progressive interventional or cardiovascular experience

Education

High School or equivalent

Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technologist Program

Certification/Licensure

License or Certification requiredAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT (R)
Louisiana / Mississippi License
RCIS RCES CI or VI (one of the 4)
Basic Life Support BLS HCP ACLS

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Compassionate Patient Care
Effective Communication
Attention to detail