Cardiac Cath Technologist

Overview

This requires Radiology Tech with ARRT.  BLS within 2 weeks of hire and ACLS within 3 months of hire date.  This position takes call for STEMIs.

Summary

Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Other Information

Education

 Preferred:  Registry in Vascular Interventional ARRT(VI)or Registry in Cardiovascular Intervention Specialist (RCIS) preferred.

 Minimum:  Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with Registry in Radiography ARRT (R) required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.

Experience

 Minimum:  6 months experience in specialty area as required to meet all Cardiac Cath competencies at the end of the orientation period.

Licensure, Registration, Certification

 Preferred:  ARRT(VI)

 Minimum:  STATE LICENSE AS REQUIRED;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;ARRT(R)

Special Skills

 Minimum:  Basic computer literacy skills.